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Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\""],"_nest_path_":"/components#0/components#37/components#22","timestamp":"2026-05-21T05:53:35.669Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"vimtvl_repositories_3_resources_34","ead_ssi":"vimtvl_repositories_3_resources_34","_root_":"vimtvl_repositories_3_resources_34","_nest_parent_":"vimtvl_repositories_3_resources_34","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/MV/repositories_3_resources_34.xml","title_ssm":["Historic manuscript collection"],"title_tesim":["Historic manuscript collection"],"unitdate_ssm":["1601-1933"],"unitdate_inclusive_ssm":["1601-1933"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["SC.HMC","/repositories/3/resources/34"],"text":["SC.HMC","/repositories/3/resources/34","Historic manuscript collection","This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.","Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007","London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.","This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\"","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804","Fairfax, Bryan Fairfax, Baron, 1736-1802","Webb, James","Lear, Mary Stilson, 1739-1829","Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth, 1746-1825","Bowie, William","West, Benjamin, 1738-1820","Adams, John, 1735-1826","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Simms, Charles","King, Rufus, 1755-1827","Stuart, David, 1753-1814","Peters, Richard, 1744-1828","Pinckney, Mary Stead, approximately 1751-1812","Craik, William, 1761-1807","Burd, Edward Shippen, 1779-1848","Madison, James, 1751-1836","Law, John, 1784?-1822","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Washington, George Fayette, 1790-1867","Beverley, Robert, 1769-1843","Rogers, Nicholas, 1753-1822","Washington, John Augustine, II, 1789-1832","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813","White, William, 1748-1836","Morris, Robert, 1734-1806","Thornton, Anna Maria Washington, 1788-1816","Carter, Betty Lewis, 1765-1830","Conrad, Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, 1813-1839","Lewis, Lorenzo, 1803-1847","Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827","Butler, Frances Parke, 1799-1875","Washington, Bushrod Corbin, 1790-1851","Turner, Henry S.","Hooe, John, Jr.","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849 -- Travel","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Thompson, Smith, 1768-1843","Trumbull, John, 1756-1843","Smith, Treadwell","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888 -- Death and burial","Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866","Washington, Lewis William, 1812-1871","Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855","Clay, Henry, 1777-1852","Rogers, Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, 1797-1822","Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845","Clay, Clement Comer, 1789-1866","Lewis, Esther Maria Coxe, 1804-1885","Lee, Edmund Jennings, 1772-1843","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 -- Family","Monroe, Hortensia","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849","Wentworth, Tappan, 1802-1875","Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852","Conrad, Charles Magill, 1804-1878","Costin, William, 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Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eItems in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. 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William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePortions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEarly copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocument, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTitle page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026amp; New Year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026amp; ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026amp; will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026amp; 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn estimate for a saddle for the President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026amp; neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSingle blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTicket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGreenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026amp; make choise. or send a person for you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFuneral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecutor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate documents, 10 documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMemoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, notes due with interest, W1250/E; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePurchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.75 pd. in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor repairing a wagon wheel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs shoes, $5.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Payment in full for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEarly description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBerryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026amp;c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLong postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026amp; Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChampagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026amp; fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's \u003ci\u003eUncle Tom's Cabin\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026amp; orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026amp; other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026amp; tried a Mother's love.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026amp; provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocated with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026amp; concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn account with James McEvan, Dr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eC.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLondon. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGroup of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bookplate of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026amp; Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eName index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBox also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026amp; others against Bushrod Washington \u0026amp; Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(London: Printed for J. Harris)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWestervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026amp; be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. 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The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.","Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007","London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.","This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\"","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804","Fairfax, Bryan Fairfax, Baron, 1736-1802","Webb, James","Lear, Mary Stilson, 1739-1829","Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth, 1746-1825","Bowie, William","West, Benjamin, 1738-1820","Adams, John, 1735-1826","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Simms, Charles","King, Rufus, 1755-1827","Stuart, David, 1753-1814","Peters, Richard, 1744-1828","Pinckney, Mary Stead, approximately 1751-1812","Craik, William, 1761-1807","Burd, Edward Shippen, 1779-1848","Madison, James, 1751-1836","Law, John, 1784?-1822","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Washington, George Fayette, 1790-1867","Beverley, Robert, 1769-1843","Rogers, Nicholas, 1753-1822","Washington, John Augustine, II, 1789-1832","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813","White, William, 1748-1836","Morris, Robert, 1734-1806","Thornton, Anna Maria Washington, 1788-1816","Carter, Betty Lewis, 1765-1830","Conrad, Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, 1813-1839","Lewis, Lorenzo, 1803-1847","Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827","Butler, Frances Parke, 1799-1875","Washington, Bushrod Corbin, 1790-1851","Turner, Henry S.","Hooe, John, Jr.","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849 -- Travel","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Thompson, Smith, 1768-1843","Trumbull, John, 1756-1843","Smith, Treadwell","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888 -- Death and burial","Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866","Washington, Lewis William, 1812-1871","Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855","Clay, Henry, 1777-1852","Rogers, Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, 1797-1822","Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845","Clay, Clement Comer, 1789-1866","Lewis, Esther Maria Coxe, 1804-1885","Lee, Edmund Jennings, 1772-1843","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 -- Family","Monroe, Hortensia","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849","Wentworth, Tappan, 1802-1875","Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852","Conrad, Charles Magill, 1804-1878","Costin, William, 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Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eItems in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. 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William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePortions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEarly copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocument, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTitle page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026amp; New Year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026amp; ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026amp; will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026amp; 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn estimate for a saddle for the President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026amp; neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSingle blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTicket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGreenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026amp; make choise. or send a person for you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFuneral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecutor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate documents, 10 documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMemoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, notes due with interest, W1250/E; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePurchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.75 pd. in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor repairing a wagon wheel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs shoes, $5.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Payment in full for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEarly description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBerryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026amp;c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLong postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026amp; Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChampagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026amp; fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's \u003ci\u003eUncle Tom's Cabin\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026amp; orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026amp; other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026amp; tried a Mother's love.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026amp; provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocated with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026amp; concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn account with James McEvan, Dr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eC.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLondon. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGroup of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bookplate of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026amp; Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eName index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBox also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026amp; others against Bushrod Washington \u0026amp; Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(London: Printed for J. Harris)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWestervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026amp; be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. 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The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.","Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007","London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.","This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\"","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804","Fairfax, Bryan Fairfax, Baron, 1736-1802","Webb, James","Lear, Mary Stilson, 1739-1829","Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth, 1746-1825","Bowie, William","West, Benjamin, 1738-1820","Adams, John, 1735-1826","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Simms, Charles","King, Rufus, 1755-1827","Stuart, David, 1753-1814","Peters, Richard, 1744-1828","Pinckney, Mary Stead, approximately 1751-1812","Craik, William, 1761-1807","Burd, Edward Shippen, 1779-1848","Madison, James, 1751-1836","Law, John, 1784?-1822","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Washington, George Fayette, 1790-1867","Beverley, Robert, 1769-1843","Rogers, Nicholas, 1753-1822","Washington, John Augustine, II, 1789-1832","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813","White, William, 1748-1836","Morris, Robert, 1734-1806","Thornton, Anna Maria Washington, 1788-1816","Carter, Betty Lewis, 1765-1830","Conrad, Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, 1813-1839","Lewis, Lorenzo, 1803-1847","Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827","Butler, Frances Parke, 1799-1875","Washington, Bushrod Corbin, 1790-1851","Turner, Henry S.","Hooe, John, Jr.","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849 -- Travel","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Thompson, Smith, 1768-1843","Trumbull, John, 1756-1843","Smith, Treadwell","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888 -- Death and burial","Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866","Washington, Lewis William, 1812-1871","Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855","Clay, Henry, 1777-1852","Rogers, Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, 1797-1822","Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845","Clay, Clement Comer, 1789-1866","Lewis, Esther Maria Coxe, 1804-1885","Lee, Edmund Jennings, 1772-1843","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 -- Family","Monroe, Hortensia","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849","Wentworth, Tappan, 1802-1875","Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852","Conrad, Charles Magill, 1804-1878","Costin, William, 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Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eItems in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. 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William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePortions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEarly copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocument, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTitle page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026amp; New Year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026amp; ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026amp; will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026amp; 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn estimate for a saddle for the President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026amp; neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSingle blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTicket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGreenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026amp; make choise. or send a person for you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFuneral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecutor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate documents, 10 documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMemoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, notes due with interest, W1250/E; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePurchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.75 pd. in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor repairing a wagon wheel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs shoes, $5.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Payment in full for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEarly description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBerryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026amp;c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLong postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026amp; Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChampagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026amp; fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's \u003ci\u003eUncle Tom's Cabin\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026amp; orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026amp; other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026amp; tried a Mother's love.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026amp; provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocated with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026amp; concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn account with James McEvan, Dr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eC.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLondon. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGroup of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bookplate of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026amp; Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eName index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBox also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026amp; others against Bushrod Washington \u0026amp; Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(London: Printed for J. Harris)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWestervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026amp; be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. 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The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\""],"names_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. 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The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.","Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007","London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.","This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\"","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804","Fairfax, Bryan Fairfax, Baron, 1736-1802","Webb, James","Lear, Mary Stilson, 1739-1829","Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth, 1746-1825","Bowie, William","West, Benjamin, 1738-1820","Adams, John, 1735-1826","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Simms, Charles","King, Rufus, 1755-1827","Stuart, David, 1753-1814","Peters, Richard, 1744-1828","Pinckney, Mary Stead, approximately 1751-1812","Craik, William, 1761-1807","Burd, Edward Shippen, 1779-1848","Madison, James, 1751-1836","Law, John, 1784?-1822","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Washington, George Fayette, 1790-1867","Beverley, Robert, 1769-1843","Rogers, Nicholas, 1753-1822","Washington, John Augustine, II, 1789-1832","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813","White, William, 1748-1836","Morris, Robert, 1734-1806","Thornton, Anna Maria Washington, 1788-1816","Carter, Betty Lewis, 1765-1830","Conrad, Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, 1813-1839","Lewis, Lorenzo, 1803-1847","Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827","Butler, Frances Parke, 1799-1875","Washington, Bushrod Corbin, 1790-1851","Turner, Henry S.","Hooe, John, Jr.","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849 -- Travel","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Thompson, Smith, 1768-1843","Trumbull, John, 1756-1843","Smith, Treadwell","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888 -- Death and burial","Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866","Washington, Lewis William, 1812-1871","Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855","Clay, Henry, 1777-1852","Rogers, Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, 1797-1822","Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845","Clay, Clement Comer, 1789-1866","Lewis, Esther Maria Coxe, 1804-1885","Lee, Edmund Jennings, 1772-1843","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 -- Family","Monroe, Hortensia","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849","Wentworth, Tappan, 1802-1875","Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852","Conrad, Charles Magill, 1804-1878","Costin, William, 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Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eItems in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. 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William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePortions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEarly copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocument, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTitle page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026amp; New Year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026amp; ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026amp; will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026amp; 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn estimate for a saddle for the President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026amp; neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSingle blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTicket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGreenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026amp; make choise. or send a person for you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFuneral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecutor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate documents, 10 documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMemoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, notes due with interest, W1250/E; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePurchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.75 pd. in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor repairing a wagon wheel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs shoes, $5.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Payment in full for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEarly description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBerryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026amp;c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLong postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026amp; Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChampagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026amp; fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's \u003ci\u003eUncle Tom's Cabin\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026amp; orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026amp; other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026amp; tried a Mother's love.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026amp; provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocated with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026amp; concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn account with James McEvan, Dr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eC.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLondon. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGroup of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bookplate of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026amp; Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eName index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBox also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026amp; others against Bushrod Washington \u0026amp; Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(London: Printed for J. Harris)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWestervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026amp; be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. 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The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\""],"names_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. 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The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","This collection is arranged chronologically by date.","A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. ","Administrative History: A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling.","A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. Further information about this individual or organization may be available in the Special Collections Research Center Wiki: ","Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00093.frame","Papers, chiefly 1783-1846, of Archibald Woods of Ohio County, West Virginia. The papers concern his family, the Poage family, and the Houston family, as well as his business dealings. Correspondents include Levi Barber, Daniel Call, Philip Doddridge, Chapman Johnson, Henry Lee, James Pindall, Benjamin Ruggles, Daniel Sheffey and John Tyler, Edgar Campbell Wilson, George Washington Wilson and Thomas Wilson. Subjects dealt with in the collection include banking, cholera, the Cumberland Road, land speculation, pioneer life near Wheeling, West Virginia and in Kentucky and Indiana, formation of and early days in Belmont and Monroe counties, Ohio (including the founding of Woodsfield, Ohio), the Northwest Territory, Indians of North America, family life, marriage and courtship, Virginia militia during peacetime and in the War of 1812, Ohio politics, sale of slaves and the Whiskey Rebellion. There are also letters of members of the Baker and Morgan families of Fauquier County, Virginia and Wheeling, West Virginia which concern life in St. Louis, Missouri during the 1840's.","Addition to folder 1482:  December 31, 1824 letter from Z. Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia to Archibald Woods regarding moving the College of William and Mary to Richmond.","Offering his military warrant and pay for service in the U.S. Continental Army in lieu of money owed Woods. Witnessed by Andrew Woods and Alley ? McKee. Affidavit by Ebenezar Lane.","Concerning land to be located and patented by military warrants and divided between the two men.","Scope and Contents Bill of sale to Martha Woods, Botetourt County, Virginia 1 Negro girl.","Concerning money and land.","Scope and Contents Concerning land purchased from the military claims of James Ludlow, James Letort and Andrew Fowler who served in \"the old Virginia Regiment under Governour Dinwiddie's Proclamation.\"","Concerning land on the Kanawha River.","Nevill was attorney for William Croghan. Witnessed by John Beaver and ? Heth.","Scope and Contents Concerning agreement with Archibald Woods. Including agreement between Kerr and Woods, 1786 November 6.","Concerning a list of land and people which was prepared for the auditor.","Concerning horses. Including note concerning equipment and uniforms for those who join a calvary company.","Concerning a trip to Richmond.","Mentions bonds and the postponement of a trip to Ohio County. Including undated note by an unidentified person concerning genealogical matters.","Including note, March 1790, of Johnson with Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning 1000 acres of land in West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning the locating and surveying of land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Asking for help in fighting the Indians and outlining a plan.","For 2 slaves, a boy named Littleton and a girl named Pink.","They were trustees to establish an academy in either Monongalia, Ohio, Harrison or Randolph counties.","Concerning a petition to have a ferry across the Ohio River at Short Creek signed by Nathaniel Coolman and John Vanmetre.","Concerning patents for 10,000 acres of land. Including a petition concerning taxation.","Concerning Indians, land taxes owed by ? Todd, land dispute between ? Carper and ? Moor Moore, treaty made by Arthur St. Clair at Fort Harmar with Indians.","Concerning land in Ohio County.","For a female slave named Phetis.","Concerning money owed to A. Kirkpatrick by Woods.","Scope and Contents To transfer 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to William McClandhan.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods' desire to purchase land. Says \"our politics are loose, vague, various, and uncertain.\" Advises Woods to not reject his mother's \"precepts because she is a female good sense is the result of a Sound mind which would as soon inhabit a female body as a male. There is no sex in souls.\"","For female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents To convey 400 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to McFarland.","Scope and Contents Mentions George Strickler concerning military warrant lands in West Virginia and Kentucky and the non-attendance of Andrew Woods and Archibald Woods as court jurors.","Asking Shepherd to give him preference if he decides to sell his mill and house. Including note of Bible verses in a different hand.","Scope and Contents Concerning Mitchell's land in Kentucky. Including, letter, John Lee, Hagerstown, Maryland, to Archibald? Woods.","Concerning Woods' misfortunes, religion, a dispute with ? Crawford and his baptism of Jenny St. Clair McCulloch.","Discusses a move to Kentucky, the death of John Crawford and William Wilson.","Describing Kentucky and Woods' contemplated move there.","Concerning land prices in Kentucky near Lexington and Danville.","Concerning Woods' possible move to Kentucky and the price of renting land there.","Concerning family news and Poage's opinion of Kentucky.","Concerning religion and family news.","Concerning Kentucky.","Mostly concerns religion and family news.","Discusses family and neighborhood news including the marriage of Polly Stuart to Ned Hall.","Discusses his business affairs and family news.","Telling Woods to be ready with his party of horses if he receives orders.","Scope and Contents Expressing concern over Indian threats to frontier. Thomas Poage has entered Presbytery as candidate for ministry. Discusses religion in Prince Edward and Charlotte. Cousin John Crawford is dead.","Scope and Contents Concerning his judicial circuit and news of mutual friends in Augusta and Rockbridge County, Virginia","Containing religious advice, and concerning the role of feelings in religion.","Concerning money.","For title to 355 acres of land . Including assign (witnessed by George Humphrey) of George Conner.","Probably concerning Archibald Woods.","Requesting that Woods take the deposition of David Harbinson as evidence in the lawsuit of Kelly vs. Wilson.","Concerns family news.","Scope and Contents To convey from Woods to Poage 100 acres of land in Botetourt County, Virginia? and memorandum of money borrowed form Archibald Woods by James Poage.","Scope and Contents Saying he has declared himself a candidate for the Virginia Senate and asking Woods' help.","Concerning rations for a militia company and Jackson's campaign for Congress.","Concerns a move to Kentucky by Cloyd.","Scope and Contents Concerning supplies.","Describing his school under Mr. Graham.","Scope and Contents Concerning his travels among the Presbyterian churches. Gives Woods advice.","Concerning a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Seat of government may be Lexington.","Requesting that Woods pay bearer money.","Scope and Contents Concerning the sale of hogs and corn. Including a petition concerning a ferry across the Ohio River","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerns division of Ohio County.","Concerning the division of Ohio County.","Concerning Indian threats.","Sending a muster roll and pay abstract for McMachan.","Concerning money Wilson is trying to collect for Woods.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Promising to furnish troops to the state from Ohio, Harrison, Monongalia, and Randolph counties, West Virginia","To furnish troops.","Scope and Contents Describing Indian activities, the difficulty of securing provisions because of Anthony Wayne's levies near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and possible Congressional candidates.","Concerning two companies of Rangers.","Concerning activities of and provisions for Ohio County Rangers and mentions Anthony Wayne.","Concerning McCleery's candidacy for U.S. Congress.","Scope and Contents To trade to Woods 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia in exchange for 461 acres of land in Kentucky and a female slave.","For a female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight, David McWilliams, Jacob Lusk and Hugh McGuire) from Richard Yeates, appointing John McInyre to act in conveying 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to Archibald Woods.","(Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Woods will convey 461 acres of land in Lincoln or Madison County, Kentucky to Yeates.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Yeates will convey 304 acres in Ohio County, to Woods.","Concerning the collection of money owed to Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning William Croghan, a proposed treaty with Indians, and relations with the British.","Concerning Indian threats to the frontier.","Scope and Contents Concerning a lawsuit and including a copy of a letter, 1793 March 27, from Thomas Duncan, Carlisle, Pa. to Messrs, Wallace and Kirkpatrick.","Concerning money owed by Woods to Yeates.","Concerning the altering of a deed from Woods to Jane Yeates instead of to Richard Yeates.","Concerning Cloyds' inability to sell his land in order to pay Woods for land bought from him.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Cloyd by Morris. Including letter from Archibald Woods to ? Dunlap concerning Woods' dissatisfaction with a horse he purchased from Dunlap.","oncerning payment of money owed to Woods for flour and whiskey.","Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower.","Concerning James Wood and militia.","Discussing the Transylvania Presbytery and concerning opening a store.","Scope and Contents Woods' land in Kentucky and a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Also mentions Richard Yeates.","Has a description of life in Kentucky and discusses the split in the Transylvania Presbytery between the followers of Adam Rankin and the rest of the Presbyterians.","Concerning provisions for the militia.","Concerning family news and religion.","Scope and Contents Concerning an execution against ? Wood and McConnell and other lawsuits.","Complaining that land in Kentucky bought from Woods is not located where Woods told him it was; questions quality of the land and the female slave. Includes note from Lewis Marshall, 1793 August 26, concerning location of the land.","Concerning land Nichols is to sell.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods the contract for the supply of the volunteer militia in Monongalia District has been given to ? Wells instead of Woods.","Answering Yeates' complaints about land Woods sold him.","To set up a company to sell land northwest of the Ohio River (i.e. the Northwest Territory).","Concerning dispute between Woods and Richard Yeates over land and chastising Woods for his letter to his mother, Martha (Poage) Woods.","Concerns sending Woods money for frontier services.","Scope and Contents Concerning the militia and mentioning James Wood. Including account 1794 March 27.","Concerning having Woods survey land so that the plats can be sent to Richmond for patents.","Concerning the location of land sold to Yeates by Woods and the disposition of lawsuits being handled by Woods for Yeates.","Concerning his land dispute with Archibald Woods and warning about the Indians.","Scope and Contents Concerning land sold for William Croghan, possible war with England and Spain, and an embargo.","Requesting a promised present in return for her having acknowledged her right of dower.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower?, and a lawsuit.","Scope and Contents Recommending William Martinas paymaster for the militia and saying that individuals are injured by not getting their money.","Concerning land warrants.","Scope and Contents Requesting courses of survey. Includes, draft, Archibald Woods, to Henry Lee, expressing concern over Indian, British and Spanish affairs.","Concerning money owed by Chapline to Woods.","Scope and Contents Requesting Woods to tend to some legal business for Richard Yeates.","Concerning negotiations with Spain over navigation of the Mississippi.","Concerning family news.","Concerning money owed to Yeates by Woods and lawsuits.","To receive the interest on two loan office certificates.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Concerning politics?","That Brown will improve land by building cabins, in Northwest Territory.","For seven hundred dollars, a condition for purchase of a military warrant due Denniston and purchased by Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Whiskey Rebellion.","Scope and Contents Concerning the apprehension of David Bradford, William Sutherland, William McKinley, Robert Stephenson, John Moore, and James Marshall, participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Questions whether Biggs should attend the session of the General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Gives family news, mentions \"we are crowded with light horse men in our town that came in today,\" discusses religion.","Scope and Contents To appear as witnesses in the examination of William McKinley, one of the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Includes letter from Archibald Woods to McClure in response.","Scope and Contents Saying the justices of the peace had decided not to examine the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion \"on considering the situation of this County and the temper of the people ...as we are of the opinion it would have answered no valuable purpose, and our authority it would evidently appeared to us would have been treated with contempt.\"","Reminds him he is in a new place and under care of uncles. Remember Creator and avoid evil company.","Concerning land Woods wishes to buy.","Scope and Contents Saying he has seen a petition against the taking of land west of the Ohio Northwest Territory. Brown has finished building the cabins for Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning sending Andy (Andrew Woods, Jr.) to Woods.","She is disappointed her uncle will not be coming for a visit. Regrets she has not been as religious as she ought to be.","Scope and Contents That Archibald and Elijah Woods of Ohio County, Virginia West Virginia would survey a tract of land containing 100,000 acres in Kanawha County, West Virginia and Wilson would sell it.","Scope and Contents Concerning Wilson's selling of 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia?.","Wants Woods to help his divide land and sell it so that he can move his mother to Kentucky.","Asking her uncle's decision on moving to Kentucky.","Concerning his selling land.","Saying she may purchase his land.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods he has sold Woods' land to Robert Young of Alexandria Virginia with the assistance of Henry? Lee.","Concerning the selling of Woods' land.","Concerning lawsuits, and George Kelly.","Scope and Contents Concerning a petition to Congress and his expectation that Congress will open a land office on Northwest side of Ohio River.","Scope and Contents Tells his uncle that Mr. Willson (Thomas Wilson) says there is no caveat entered at Richmond and Wilson has seen a number of men interested in purchasing land.","Scope and Contents Concerning 60,000 acres of land. Mentions Henry? Lee.","Giving family news.","Assigning as attorney for George Slaughter, Slaughter's title to six entries of land of 400 acres in Ohio County received by military land warrant to William Harris. Witnessed by Andrew Woods, Jr.","Scope and Contents For part of the title to 604 acres of land in Mason County, West Virginia","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","The location of 30,000 acres of land and a description of same.","Concerning extending their concern in the lands in the Northwest Territory up to 300,000 acres.","Woods to share information about location of a salt spring in return for Ryerson purchasing about 5,000 acres of land around the spring in the Northwest Territory. Including memorandum of the approximate location of the salt spring.","For location of townships in the Northwest Territory.","For 21,000 acres of land in Ohio County.","To divide Woods' part of the land he obtains from his agreement with Thomas Ryerson concerning the salt spring and that McCulloch and Woods will also divide the land surrounding another salt spring McCulloch has discovered.","Scope and Contents Concerns Thomas Wilson, and the General Assembly. Tells Woods the act to establish a town at Wheeling, West Virginia passed, but the bill to divide Ohio County did not pass. Gives other legislative news.","Concerning a contract.","Concerning their land deals in the Northwest Territory.","For Lashley to lease Poage's land in return for clearing two acres.","Asking Woods to sell him his land in Kentucky if Woods is not going to live on it.","For Williams to lease land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning money he is collecting for Woods, and Henry Lee; and land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Questioning a land plat.","Rejecting Woods' offer for his land.","Concerning the position of creeks in a stretch of land; and military reservations.","Concerning his land purchases.","Asking Woods to attend to a legal dispute in return for one half the land in dispute if decided in Poage's favor.","Concerning the military land bill.","Concerning his proposed route.","Concerning military warrant land laws in Congress.","To convey two thirds of all lands recovered from military land warrants originally issued to William Harris and assigned to George Slaughter.","Concerning land deals.","Gives her sister family news and discusses religion.","Concerning military land warrants.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning land owed by Ross in the Northwest Territory and his explanation of a law pertaining to military land warrants.","Scope and Contents Making a proposal for his land on the Ohio River. Includes account.","Sending power of attorney to sell land claims.","Scope and Contents Concerning money; a trip to Richmond; the death of his son; and a proposed visit by William Wilson. Also concerns money paid ? McCleery; and lands of ? Symes which needs a title from Congress.","Saying he has no land to sell and that the Congress lands sold at public sale in New York in which Hopkins was the nominal purchaser, probably now belong to William Duer.","Concerning lands in the Northwest Territory and Woods and Martin trying to be appointed to help survey the military lands.","Scope and Contents Concerning taxes on land in Harrison and Ohio County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed by ? Wood.","Telling Woods that Benjamin Cooper has settled on land conveyed from Woods' mother to Yeates' daughter. Yeates is satisfied with his land and suggests Woods purchase land in Kentucky.","To survey and return plot and certificate for land in Ohio County. Witnessed by James Wilson and includes affidavit of William Trigg.","Gives family news and mentions military land.","Offering to sell Woods his \"mill place.\"","Scope and Contents Giving family news and telling Poage someone wishes to buy his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Concerns buying and selling land.","Concerning buying land.","Concerning buying land in Northwest Territory.","Describes water journey. Asks to have coat and horse sent.","Hoping that Woods con meet him in Morgantown.","Gives Woods an opinion he has gotten concerning patents.","Scope and Contents For 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Asking the recipient to inquire for William Hunley and ask him about a bond executed by Thomas McGeorge.","Concerning the death of their mother.","Concerning collection of money.","Concerning the collection of money.","Concerning the sale by Woods to Cloyd of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Concerning a legal dispute between ? Poage and an unidentified person over land title.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods Thomas Wilson has not arrived back in Morgantown and concerning Wilson's candidacy for Congress.","Scope and Contents Concerning Thomas Wilson's candidacy for Congress. Mentions Henry Lee.","Scope and Contents Concerning Henry Lee's debts and the illness of Lee's wife Ann Hill (Carter) Lee.","Concerning the conveyance of land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning money owed by Cloyd.","Concerning money owed to Yeates.","For them to patent land in the Northwest Territory in co-partnership.","To guarantee that Woods would convey to Conill land in Northwest Territory originally owned in co-partnership with Absalom Martin.","To divide land they purchased in co-partnership in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning Andrew Woods' business trip to Philadelphia.","Sends petitions by his son to Woods to be presented to the legislature. Wells is against the one for removing the seat of justice from Charleston. Lists what work has already been done there.","Sending a plat.","Requesting that Woods get land plats.","Discusses business of General Assembly and family affairs.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Archibald Woods by Henry Lee.","Stating he will send more information on the mission to France.","Listing terms upon which he will sell land.","Scope and Contents Concerning the lawsuit of Robert Poage v. Abraham Chapline, George Washington's declining to accept an appointment as a member of mission to France.","Requesting a warrant for military land. Expresses concern over Indians to west.","For one mare, one still and one yoke of oxen.","Giving family news.","Concerning an appointment Woods is requesting and the sale of land.","Concerning land in Kentucky they are interested in purchasing and selling.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to put three plats into the land office.","Asking Woods to get a land warrant from the Treasury land office.","Scope and Contents Concerns land business he is handling for Wilson, Mentions resolutions censuring Alien \u0026 Sedition Acts, petitions and the fact that the Court House stands at Wheeling.","Gives family news and discusses business.","Scope and Contents Defending passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts and discussing the bankruptcy bill.","Concerning money he is collecting for various individuals. Asks Woods to forward land patents to him. Asks Woods if he will run for General Assembly again.","For Watson to lease land in Ohio County.","For Ogden to lease twelve acres of land in Ohio County.","Of decisions at a court held March Term 1799.","Concerns building a house for Woods.","Gives family news.","To clean and fence twenty acres in the Territory in exchange for one hundred acres of land in Ohio County.","Concerning elections.","Telling Woods he is unable to pay him any money.","For Woods to sell to Moore and McClure 134 acres in the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to sell 300 acres to Tallman in Northwest Territory.","Requesting Woods' help in securing a place on the Council.","Ordering Woods to return arms.","Scope and Contents Discussing Randolph Academy. Gives family news and says Nehemiah? Creavens Cravens \"is crazy by this time.\"","He is unable to finish paying Woods for land.","Scope and Contents Asking him to come to Zac Sprigg's house to give depositions concerning a contested election for the General Assembly. Includes fragment, 1799 September 7, of a notice to Archibald Woods, Moses Shepherd, Zac Sprigg, George Moses and William Dement.","Discussing the transfer of a note for money owed by Woods from Breckinridge to George Cooper.","Chapline is unable to attend the muster. Orders Woods to command in his place.","Describing how survey is to be made out.","Tells Woods to make out certificate of survey to Henry Banks.","Discussing money and legal matters.","Scope and Contents Orders Woods to order a court martial for Lieutenant Thomas Gray on charges made by Captain Jacob Wetzel.","Expresses vehement opposition to Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.","On how to proceed with land business and military land warrants.","Request for flour.","Scope and Contents Concerning land in Kentucky sold to Richard Yeates.","Scope and Contents Concerning Benjamin Biggs, session of legislature and family news.","Asking for money Woods owes him.","Concerning 2,000 acres of land bought by Faw from Woods.","Attempts to tend to his uncle's business.","Concerning resolutions passed by opposition members of Virginia General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Concerns suing ? Payne for money owed Woods.","Location of Woods' warrants in the Northwest Territory.","Against letter by committee of opposition members of General Assembly.","Announcing Wilson's candidacy for the Virginia Senate.","Giving family news.","Scope and Contents Election returns for Monongalia County.","Concerning the execution of a writ.","For Low to lease the plantation (\"Greenfield\") on which Woods lives.","For Cravens and Tallman to build a house for Chapline.","Gives terms on which land in Northwest Territory is sold.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Making an offer for land.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning committee of Federalists and asking Federalists to vote.","Selling Woods a set of blacksmith's tools which are listed.","Scope and Contents Asking whether Henry? Lee ever surveyed the land Evans has laid a warrant on.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to give some money to George Poage and asking Woods if he is a candidate for Congress.","For Woods to sell 150 acres in the Northwest Territory to Eagleston.","Concerning a lawsuit between them.","Requesting title papers for John Poage and asking Woods to use his influence in preventing the removal of the district court.","Scope and Contents Vouching for William Tate who wishes to buy land in Ohio County for an inn or tavern?.","Thanking Woods for his offer to sell land to Cloyd at a reduced price.","Trying to find out when Woods will be going to the woods to survey.","Scope and Contents Informing Woods that ? Duvall had saved Woods' land from being sold for taxes and giving family news.","Giving family news.","Concerning a stolen horse.","Concerning the claim of Jacob Beason to land.","Asking Woods to pay taxes on McClenechan's land for him.","Criticizing Woods' dealings with him.","Encloses receipts for wheat and asks to be sent flour.","Demanding payment.","Wanting to buy land.","Concerning military land warrants and Robert Woods.","For Black to put a shingle roof on Woods' barn.","For Woods to lease Johnson and Hamblin land.","To take depositions in lawsuit of Robert Poage v. David Bradford in Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a lawsuit he is handling for Woods.","Concerning the location of land by military warrant.","Scope and Contents Concerning a court decision in High Court of Chancery in Woods? vs. Wilsonand Todd vs. executors of ? in Botetourt County Court.","States he has not moved yet, but there is a wagon road across the mountains to Fincastle. Is sending money owed to Woods but can not send all of it. Gives family news.","Scope and Contents Stating he will be going to Alexandria and Washington D.C. and will carry out business for Woods.","Telling about his crops and expressing Federalist sentiments.","Scope and Contents Concerns an injunction and money owed to Wilson. Included Polly Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods, giving family news.","Scope and Contents Requesting Ann (Poage) Woods' right of dower in land purchased from Woods by ? McNear.","Requesting deeds.","Announcing his intention to move.","Concerning David Yeates, a weaver.","Scope and Contents Concerning the deposition of Thomas Kenton in a land dispute and mentions Henry Lee.","Concerning a land dispute and the deposition of his mother Ann McGintry.","Includes memorandum, undated, concerning procedure in the lawsuit. Also includes memorandum, 1797 December 6, of Archibald Woods, concerning Abraham Chapline, legal advice, 1797 December 12, of Bushrod Washington; cover sheet, 1801 July 22 of L. Burfoot, sending letter of Daniel Call; and copy (made by P. Tinsley) of decree, 1805 September 28, of the Virginia Superior Court of Chancery in the lawsuit of Robert Poage vs. Abraham Chaplaine and David Bradford.","Concerning military land disputes.","Scope and Contents Concerns a lawsuit between ? McIntire and Archibald Woods and the debate in the General Assembly over the division of Kanawha County.","Concerning the Land Office bill. Deposition, 1802, of Archibald Woods in a land dispute.","For Woods to thirty-five acres to Hamblin and Witt. Hambler and Witt are to plant apple trees.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","For Woods to lease ninety acres of land to Dean. Dean is to take care of orchard.","Scope and Contents Concerning military land warrants. Asks if Whetsel Wetzel got his money \"for the Negro he sent down the River.\"","Scope and Contents Concerning Albert Gallatin and the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to lease to Johnson twenty-nine acres of land. Johnson is to take care of the fruit trees.","To change an agreement concerning the delivery of flour.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning land and the appointment of a magistrate.","Concerning the appointment of a magistrate.","Woods owes money for a subscription to Universal Gazette, a newspaper.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning land for Abraham Faw.","Ordering him to order all commissioned officers to meet at Wheeling for muster and training.","Creain is interested in purchasing land from Woods and Bowyer would like to rent some land.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Chapline. Includes William Gelaspie, Station Camp, Sumner County, Tenn. to Abraham Chapline, concerning money.","Scope and Contents Concerning ? Biggs' surveying.","Concerning the surveying of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to let Mark Jacobs live on land owned by Woods.","Requesting Woods to sell his land and it he has done so, to remit payments in pot metal.","Decides not to exchange land with Woods.","Has paid the tax on Woods' land to prevent sale for non-payment of taxes. Asks about worth of land he owns on Ohio River so he can sell or exchange it.","Giving news about his mill.","Concerning deed to land.","Thanking him for paying taxes on Woods' land.","Giving a description of Countyside. Joseph Woods is keeping a store. Gives price of flour.","Scope and Contents For Okey to lease thirty acres of land adjoining Captina Creek.","Concerning the milling of flour.","Concerning location of a salt spring and asking Woods to survey some land.","Offering to exchange some land with him.","Concerning a plot for David Hozack's land.","Concerning money owed to Woods for flour.","Concerning the location of a court house in Belmont, County, Ohio and land.","For Witt and Roberts to lease land in Belmont County, Ohio. Witt and Roberts are to preserve the orchard.","Concerning money owed Archibald Woods. Discusses the murder of an Indian trader.","Requesting planks.","Wanting to lease land from Woods.","Ordering him to order his battalion to report for training.","Is sending his wife to pay Woods.","Concerning a survey order.","Scope and Contents Concerning her arrival and health and Jane ?.","Concerning politics in Mississippi, French in New Orleans and price of goods in Natchez.","Scope and Contents Concerning the settlement of a debt between Spencer and Samuel Biddle.","Mentioning his poverty.","Concerning military warrant land.","Saying how much she is missed.","Scope and Contents Inquiring about military land located for ? Page.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Ohio legislature and the location of the courthouse of Belmont County, Ohio, the necessity of building a road to it, ferries and the Miami Exporting Company. Bears notes in another hand.","Scope and Contents Discusses Richard Yeates' land and family news.","Concerning a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning title to land owned by ? Graham.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods that Poage vs. Bradford \u0026 Chaplinecould not be tried in his district of the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a law suit and a possible exchange of land.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery. Gives his opinion of the Louisiana Purchase.","Concerning the building of a dam.","Concerning land in Ohio County surveyed by Woods for her husband.","Asking if Woods has sold his land for him. If so, please remit \"one ton of small castings, and the remainder in twenty gallon kettles without legs, for the purpose of salt-making.\"","Scope and Contents Saying he has sent Andrew Woods and an Indian trader up White River.","Concerning land.","Asking Woods to come make a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed Woods by Joseph? Tomlingson.","Concerning disputed land in Kentucky.","For Prittyman to lease land. Lease extended for another year.","Concerning land disputes between Woods and Yeates.","For money received.","Gives his opinions of Methodists.","Wants to exchange land with Woods.","For Cassat to pay Woods back for flour.","Giving family news.","Concerning the lawsuit of Poage v. Chapline.","Concerning William Croghan and land belonging to Woods in Kentucky.","Concerning Croghan's purchase of land owned by Woods.","Concerning death of Aggy Poage, other family news and election of Philip Doddridge.","Concerning flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge.","Requesting flour.","Ohio for Witt to rent land. Witt is to take care of the orchard.","Asking to buy the land he lives on from Woods.","Asking Woods to forward a letter for him.","For one moiety (half) of the first installment \u0026 surveying expenses for land in Northwest Territory offered for sale at Steubenville.","Gives family news, discusses Philip Doddridge and land speculation in Northwest Territory; and the \"conversion\" of the Presbyterian minister, William Wilson.","To convey land.","Requesting flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge, the lawsuit of John McIntire vs. Wood,and Woods vs. Lewis.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning the location of a road.","Letter probably intended for Archibald Woods. Concerning the sale of land for taxes, the lawsuit of John Macker vs. Lewis Cragg.","Concerning their land dispute.","Offering to sell him burr mill stones.","That Edward Coats' son, William will become an apprentice to Hoover, a saddlemaker.","To split land in Kentucky if Pogue is successful in proving claim.","Ordering flour.","Concerning a lawsuit involving ? Fulton.","Concerning Betsy Woods and family news.","Bond of title to promise to convey 240 acres to the Ramseys.","Concerning the visit of Woods' daughter, a proposed trip to Augusta, and the possibility of Wilson running for Congress.","Has paid taxes owed on Woods' Kentucky land. Is interested in selling or exchanging 1200 acres of land on or near the Ohio River.","For Pergrin to lease 17 acres of land from Woods.","Concerning a note for money due Robert Woods.","For Reed and Edwards to lease a house and garden.","To convey to Nehemiah Cravens 300 acres of land in Ohio.","Tells of the birth of a daughter. \"The election is over \u0026 I am easy--when vice prevails and wicked men bear sway the post of honour is a private station;...\"","For Woods to sell 250 acres of land to Mothral and Mantooth.","Ordering flour.","Ordering flour.","Offering land for sale.","Concerning a lawsuit involving land.","For Deafabough to run a grist mill for Woods.","Concerning lawsuit of Woods v. William Lewisand McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking about Archibald Woods' health.","Requesting the health of his daughter and the lawsuit of McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking Woods to sell a slave for him.","Concerning the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning disputed land.","For Steenrod to sell one half of a tract of land containing one hundred and eighty acres.","For Ingledue to run a grist mill for Woods.","Discusses fever. Tells Woods one of deeds he has from him has no witness.","Tells his uncle he has moved.","Concerning a land dispute.","Concerning the lawsuits of McIntyre v. Woods and Woods v. Lewis.","Asking Woods to pay him for surveying.","Concerning taking wheat to his mill.","For McConnell to run a grist mill for Woods.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","That Patterson Ingledue's death was due to accident by the falling of a tree.","To settle the estate of Patterson Ingledue.","For Swiney to rent eighteen acres from Woods.","For land in Belmont County.","Has bought wheat for Woods.","Asks Woods to sell to his nephew his surveyor's compass.","Scope and Contents Concerning land Woods wants to purchase. Is concerned about his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","For Black to rent twenty-six acres from Woods.","For Witt to rent land from Woods.","For McConnell and Dean to rent ninety acres of land from Woods.","Concerning the sale of land.","Tells Woods the surveys he is asking about can not be found.","Requesting flour.","Asking about mill wheels.","For Black to build a house. Lists tasks Black is to perform.","For a temporary assignment of dower.","Concerning the delivery of mill wheels.","For Feay to sell one hundred acres of land to Milligan.","Money owed for subscription to United States Gazette.","Will try to aid Woods in the capture of a runaway slave.","Concerning the lawsuits of Poage v. Chapline \u0026 Bradford.Asks Call to represent Poage in the Court of Appeals.","Concerning land owned by Crogan in Ohio County.","Asking Woods to collect a debt from Caleb Reeves.","Concerning an injunction.","Trying to settle Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the location of a road.","Concerning the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the lawsuit, Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Concerning land belonging to George Pepperly and the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","For Edmonds to lease twenty-nine acres from Woods.","Saying Richard Parriott wishes to buy McClandhan's land. Will trade a slave family for it.","Concerning Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning Humphrey Marshall; and Woods v. Lewis.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","Concerning an offer to settle McIntire v. Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning land; and also slaves which had belonged to Harman Blennerhassett.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods v. Lewis. Includes Patsey Houston, Natural Bridge, Virginia, to Archibald Woods, concerning a trip to see sister Polly McClung.","Scope and Contents Wants him to accompany Betsy to see Polly McClung.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis.","Agreeing to defend him in the lawsuit of McIntire v. Woods.","Asking Sheffey to take depositions in Woods v. Lewis.","For a still.","Scope and Contents Concerning the purchase of land and slaves from William McClandhan.","Carpenter is migrating to West. Will leave room in his wagon for Mathew Quick if Quick is interested. Asks Woods to give message.","Concerning the decision in the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Offering to sell land.","Concerning an appeal of the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning encumbrances upon the property of William Chapline.","Scope and Contents Concerning the route of the United States Road to Wheeling, West Virginia","Scope and Contents For an attachment against the estate of Moses Thompson. Includes plat, n.d., of land owned by John Lee and Archibald Woods.","For the conveyance of land from William Chapline to Woods.","Orders Woods to order companies to Wheeling for training.","Asks Woods to designate his military land so Bay can pay taxes on it.","Tells of birth of George Washington Wilson, sickness of many and death of Hezekiah Reader from fever. Wants sister to write and come to see her.","Scope and Contents Apology for not having written him concerning the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","For the conveyance of 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County.","Offering to deal for land.","Saying they will not pay an order for grinding wheat at Woods' mill.","Stating he will buy land from Woods.","Recounts his side of Woods v. Lewis and asks Blackburn to be his lawyer.","Scope and Contents Giving news about influenza in Lexington, Kentucky and discussing a land dispute. Alexander Mitchel to Thomas Dickerson, near Short Creek, Ohio County, West Virginia asking him if he saw Thomas Kennady in 1776 concerning land improvements.","Saying he has paid the tax due on Woods' land. People in Western part of state want to perpetuate seat of government at Chillicothe.","Scope and Contents Sending a deed and asking his opinion of the value of other land,","Edmonds is to take particular care of fruit trees.","Asking Woods to serve as executor in his plan to settle the estate of George Dement and to effect a settlement between the heirs of Dement and the heirs of Ignatious Sirums.","Scope and Contents Sending rent.","Scope and Contents Stopped sale of Woods' land for taxes.","Scope and Contents Concerning land bought by Samuel Lewis.","Asks Woods if he has made up his mind about a bargain.","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents Also includes a memorandum of Archibald Woods concerning power of attorney.","Tells Woods to send down flour.","Concerns a missing arms shipment.","Still interested in Woods' land.","Okey is concerned about Woods' lawsuit against Timmons.","Tells Woods he has been denied change of venue in Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to pay taxes on land he William Croghan owns. Wants to know about John? McIntire who purchased George Rogers Clark's right to land on Ohio.","Scope and Contents Desiring to buy land from Woods.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Evans is concerned about a land claim he has.","Wants Woods to report on his land to him, since Hill desires to settle on it.","Scope and Contents It is the opinion of several people that Woods' flour is unfit for market. \"Mr. Miller states that all the flour in Charlestown, that was made before September is sour and unfit for market.\"","Has asked for continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Blackburn other directions in handling the case.","Scope and Contents Including a memorandum of agreement (witnessed by C. Hammond and George Knox).","Offers Negro slaves to Woods in exchange for land. Describes the slave families.","Hough has checked Woods' land for taxes due.","Asks Moore if he knows about location of U.S. road. Wants to be appointed a commissioner to lay road out in Ohio.","Assures Woods his offer of slaves will not injure Woods' claim in Woods v. Lewis.","Orders Woods to draft 46 men.","Has no Negroes to sell. Wants Woods to survey some land for him.","In compliance with order, has militia company together.","Wants to meet with Woods to buy land.","Scope and Contents Offers to settle money owed him in wheat. Includes Archibald Woods to George Hancock, concerning slaves Hancock wishes to sell. Woods discusses prices.","An application was made to change venue in Woods v. Lewis. It failed. Has heard of no application since. Johnson had small pox. Cannot issue subpoena for witness.","Orders flour.","Gives information and advice on Woods v. Lewis.","Edmonds is to take particular care of the fruit trees and orchard.","Scope and Contents Asks what Woods wants him to do in a lawsuit involving land. \"We are advised by William McKinley that he has been pressed into the electioneering campaign--the conduct of Gen'l J. G. I--in this respect must be as bad as an English press gang--poor MC is to be pitied.\"","Scope and Contents Sorry to hear her sister has been unwell, brother Billy's wife has consumption. \"Nancy Wilson has two sons. I think she breeds well...I was surprised when Mr. hood informed me that Brother Bob was with you. I should be very glad to see him provided he could be sober and rational.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls.","Ordering Woods to order his Battalion to Wheeling for training.","Scope and Contents Undertook to get paper needed in Woods v. Lewis from Sweet Springs. Found he had to go on to Munroe Monroe C.H. Papers not ready. Clerk issued order that he would send papers. Case was docketed in Rockbridge. Subpoena issued for Patrick.","Offers to locate military land for Nicholas' warrant.","Wants the patents for the 17,000 acre survey belonging to the partnership, so he can inquire about taxes due on it.","Sickness prevented sending deeds. Asks for money Woods owes him.","Scope and Contents Introduces Noah Zane. Zane is the bearer of remonstrances counteracting remonstrances from Pennsylvania on the subject of the National road. Describes route the commissioners laid out. Hopes that route will be kept.","Wants to borrow money.","Scope and Contents Sent receipts which Woods has failed to get. Asks Woods to take \"best matters\" action. Wishes Woods not to be uneasy about the money he owes Woods. Expects to make a payment this fall.","\"Brother Archibald \u0026 myself having made an alteration in our agreement respecting this place on which I live, it is necessary our article in your hands should be destroyed...\"","According to list of military claims, there is none due Andrew Robinson. Thanks Woods for paying taxes on his land Ohio County. Asks Woods to continue until land can be sold and try to find purchaser.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis will probably be tried in September. Papers have not yet arrived.","Scope and Contents She is pregnant. Had expected a visit this summer. Includes Polly Wilson to Eliza and Polly Woods. Wants them to write.","Scope and Contents Defends his treatment of Woods' son, Alpheus in school. \"If Franklin (Woods' other son) to exculpate himself, has represented to you that I did not pay the same attention to him, that I did to others, I assure you that he wronged me.\" Assures Woods he will do all in his power for his improvement. Lists subjects he will be offering.","Scope and Contents Sends Franklin and Alpheus Woods home. Defends Thomas Glisson as a teacher.","Has omitted entering the land. Lists entries.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Has sent deed. Please remit money.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis has been continued until April. General Breckenridge and Allen Taylor did not attend the exposition of General Preston. Fears the loss of Sheffey at next term.","There has been a continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Afraid he can not attend the trial in the spring due to serving in Congress.","Lewis has obtained a postponement in Woods v. Lewis.","Death of Betsy Poage. Summarizes national politics and rumors of Europe.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis is continued. Injunction has been granted. Encloses subpoena.","Scope and Contents Has never heard from Woods about his claims for land in Woods' County. William Oldham will handle it.","Offers Negro slaves for sale, Easther, Harry \u0026 Nancy as well as a \"lad\"; and a \"girl,\" 7 years old. Describes their abilities.","Scope and Contents Sends commission. \"I never wished to hold an office that I was not thought worthy of, if you thought me incapable of discharging my duty or unworthy of promotion I will ask you why did you not communicate your objection to me before the Court Marshall martial.","Scope and Contents Asks one of them to pay taxes on Archibald Woods' land.","Scope and Contents Gives directions in taking General Breckinridge's deposition. Recounts proposals from George Hancock. Proposes his grounds for a settlement.","Gives his price for a slave, Jacob.","Includes receipt for Zac. Sprigg.","Birth of Louisa Ann. \"Mrs. Kerns the ladys wedding you was at when you was here shews the fruits of her marriage verry plain.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls. Invites them for a visit. \"Betsy you cannot get anybody to have you where you are known.\" Lists recent weddings.","If Woods can come to his (Thomas Warman) mothers he will take five dollars less. He cannot come to Woods","Enlow is to clear land, repair a cabin, build a stable and repair fences.","He owns no land in US Military District, north of the Scioto. A Capt. John Brown did own a quarter township, but suspects it has been sold. He owns 8 or ten thousand acres in tracts of 1000 acres which he would sell. Describes one tract. Price is three dollars per acre but would accept \"two or three young negro men at valuation in part payment.\" Two \u0026 half dollars per acre for other tracts.","Has sent deed to Mr. Chambers of Kentucky. Requests Woods to rent a plantation for him. Pay taxes due on it.","Sends information on the murder and names of the children of D. Bradford.","Since he has resolved to leave Morgantown, he wants Woods to remit money. \"There is not I believe any part of the civilized world where education is thought so little of as this place.\" Asks questions about the Wheeling area. Can produce testimonies.","Sold Noah Linsly interest in Capteen bottom.","Owns a quarter section of military land. Gives terms and location.","Business with Woods' son, Thomas. Asks for more time.","Sends wheat and cotton Woods requested. Don't send corn or meal. Do send bran.","Will sell lands at Fishing Creek to Woods' neighbor for cash if offer is high enough.","Doesn't understand why he didn't receive all the money due him from Woods. Has been sick.","Reports on various schools in his County.","Detailed description of how it is to be built.","Will send record of Woods v. Lewis(300 pages) when Woods remits fee of forty-five dollars.","Has purchased a farm 3 miles from Morgantown. \"The people in my neighborhood are perfectly indifferent about the education of their children so that I cannot expect to derive anything from tuition among them.\" Would come to Wheeling if three hundred dollars could be procured. If not, will open school at his farm. Pledges to be attentive to Franklin Woods (Woods' son.)","Gives Woods advice on how to recover costs from John McIntire. Will attend Woods v. Lewis at Rockbridge Superior Court.","The two young men who contracted with Shepherd for flour have been at all mills and cannot get flour. Will have to give you the price you ask.","Salutation is \"Dear Andrew.\" Wishes him to write respecting the receipts for costs in the suit with the Wilson's and Harbison's bond. \"As I of late feel my constitution decline, my wish is as far as possible to draw my concerns to a close. Ask George] Hancock to have business in Botetourt with Wilson's settled.\" \"have not got my business with Lewis finally settled as yet...\"","Presented receipts to ? Wilson. He would not refund the money. Left receipts and letter with George Hancock. \"I start in a few days for Kentucky with my little family \u0026 small portion of this world's goods--my wife Elenor has been in a bad state of health since early spring. My mother \u0026 brother Andrew also are in bad health as usual. Write if you receive this letter. Address letter to Lincoln County near Stanford Kentucky.\"","Lists officers elected by company.","Scope and Contents Offers to sell stills","Wants to meet him in Staunton.","Lists terms on which he will settle with Lewis.","Introduces ? McKnight who claims land in Ohio County.","Terms upon which he will sell his farm, mill, dwelling house and distillery.","Terms on which Josiah Dillon will pay Bank of Marietta.","Terms upon which the directors will accept payment of Dillon's debt.","Woods will take up Dillon's note on Bank of Marietta. Dillon will convey house and lot to Woods. Dillon will convey residue of property to George Paull.","Has offered for Congress. Chancellor made decree in Woods v. Lewis. Decree is agreeable to last verdict.","Questioning whether a judgment against Josiah Dillon in federal court is a lien against property he has bought from Woods.","Asks Poage to collect money due in execution of decree in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Poage directions about collecting it.","Intends to get money to Woods.","Wants McClandhan to collect money due on execution against William Lewis. Includes Archibald Woods to James Breckinridge.Woods blames Breckenridge for not paying over money owed him by William Lewis.","Scope and Contents Hughes received fee who will handle Woods' business with Bell. Pogue obtained judgment for 7,000 dollars against ? Brown. Gives family news.","Wants to know if ? Hughes brought suit against Benjamin Bell for him. It not, will employ Alexander Marshall next.","Describes college at Canonsburgh.","Wants all papers pertaining to lease of a piece of property sent to him.","Has purchased property of John Thompson. Woods is at liberty to make use of his house after expiration of the lease.","Requests pay for services as adjutant in 4th Regiment of Virginia militia.","Recounts his difficulty in obtaining money.","Has had no further account from Staunton. \"I had expected to see Genll Paull present my compliments to ? and tell him to be so good as to procure a copy of your Constitution on Regulations of your Library and forward to me as soon as possible as I am to report on that subject for our town is establishing a library.\"","Encloses a decree against William Lewis. Clerk has failed to certify when the injunction was granted.","Scope and Contents Cannot be at election in Ohio County, West Virginia Hopes his opponent will not exceed him in that County more than 30 votes.","Wants ? Woods (son of Archibald Woods) to come next week if he is coming to live with him. Will leave terms up to McLure.","Brown wants to rent house. Wants a sign and four beds and complains of rent being too high.","George Paull had held deed of trust on two lots in St. Clairsville, Ohio for money owed Bank of Marietta by Dillon. Paull is deeding property to Woods to discharge the deed of trust. Edward Bryson. Includes affidavit of William Farris, Junior.","Horse bought by White or his brother in St. Clairsville, Ohio stands on lot bought by Woods from Josiah Dillon.","Gives family news.","Shall be engaged at Judge Lockwood fitting out a boat. Mortgage must be recorded.","Asks Woods to survey land to divide farm between Chapline and Evans.","Lewis has deposited money with General James Breckinridge for Woods' claim. ? Walker previous to going to Kentucky left memo respecting Woods' suit with Wilson. No bill was filed.","Results of election between William McKinley and Wilson.","Has not heard from lawyers concerning Woods vs. Lewis. Thomas Wilson is elected to Congress.","Lists tasks and prices.","Concerns the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull and the validity of Woods' title to Dillon's property.","Asks if copy of decree in Woods v. Lewis has been forwarded.","Noah? Linsly has decided against Woods and Paull concerning the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull selling Dillon's lots to Woods.","Transmits payment to discharge note.","Concerning the price of a hopperboy for a flour mill.","Apologizes for delay. Called away by death of a friend in Baltimore. Has sent copy of decree to clerk of Monroe so he can issue execution.","Wants James Paull to send him a pair of pigs.","Sends decree in Woods v. Lewis.","Issued against property of Amos Shearman and Joseph Ferroi in the lawsuit of Matthew Kerr v. Ferroi.","Appoints Woods president of a court-martial to try James G. Laidley for disorderly behaviour and disobedience of orders at the 113th Regiment. \"Also for conspiring with his subaltern officers previous to said muster to be disorderly on the day of said muster.\" Includes Benjamin Biggs, certifying he did employ John Finney to summons the officers to attend the trial of Laidley.","Scope and Contents Requests Erwin pay forty-two dollars to ? Evans for license to rise hopperboy at Woods' mill. \"The mill stands on Wheat's run a branch of Wheeling Creeke in Ohio County...\"","Scope and Contents Sends bill of complaint for Woods to answer in  Wilson's Executors v. Woods.","Instructed by Lieutenant Governor \"to inform you that commissions cannot issue...until it shall be specified...what vacancies they are to fill; or if for a new company that also should be specified.\"","Signed by George William Smith, Lieutenant Governor and Jno W. Pleasants. Includes Benjamin Biggs attesting that Andrew Howlett had taken oath as captain.","Scope and Contents Needs oats from Woods.","Joseph Cloyd's wife and daughter died. Houston's \"son Andrew got a cut on his knee last winter which had nearly taken his life.\" Gives other family news.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis and Wilson's heirs vs. Woods.","Scope and Contents Has made an alteration in the promissory note Woods sent for him to sign. Includes of John Anderson, undated., to Archibald Woods, Ohio County, West Virginia Robert Anderson is not willing that John Anderson should quit his work before harvest so Woods can expect them July 15.","Orders Woods to order regiment to Wheeling for muster.","Has collected 792 dollars in execution granted in Woods v. Lewis. Marshall has taken all the personal property of William Lewis. Let him know how to transmit money.","For Woods to lease the stone house and stable to be built. Describes how stable is to be constructed.","Sent articles written for.","Sends sympathy for death of Archibald Woods' son. Unable to attend funeral.","Pleased with executive appointment of a judge for our circuit. Try to block appointment of ? Jackson by legislature. Thinks Congressional session will be long and boisterous. His reception in Woods' County has made impressions on his mind.","Meix agrees to build a barn for Evans. Description of how it is to be built.","Offers land for sale adjoining land owned by Woods at the mouth of Capteen Creek.","Notifies Woods that a note of Michael Cresap, endorsed by Woods is due and unpaid.","Zebu Warner is indebted to Woods for rent. Gives Griffith options on how to handle the collection. Includes Archibald Woods to Zebu Warner. Concerns rent owed to Woods. See Folder 656 for documents of 1811 October 8.","Laments loss of Woods' son. Not able to make any statement with respect to Woods' account with George Poage without assistance of Woods' papers. Includes receipt from J. Russle ? to David Banes? for wheat to the account of Archibald] Woods.Includes fragment of an account.","If Woods has made purchase of the Jughandle Mills, write him and he will send Woods a draft of his proportion of the half.","Spoke to R. ? Thompsonwho is considered one of the best house-carpenters here respecting the undertaking of your house. The Republican ticket succeeded in all three members with a majority of two to three hundred votes.","Scope and Contents Has learned by George Paull that Mr. Lewis has sold his land. Informed a proposition is made by Mr. Lewis to pay to William Poageof Augusta for Woods. Thanks McClandhan for his friendly aid in having the business brought to a close. Speculates on other terms.","Scope and Contents Concerns taxes on land in Ohio County owned by Cloyd family and by Matthew Houston.","Wants Woods to make him some flour.","Asks that he look for patents for George and Isaac Kelly.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to tell him how to go about military patents. Has visited the President and also attended the House of Madam. At next interview with President intends to mention the Road. Many petitioners praying to be relieved from injuries sustained under the nonimportation law. Affair of the Chesapeake settled. Determined representation for the states. The \"Harriet\"; sails in a few days with messengers to England and France. Mr. Taylor son of John Taylor goes to England and Mr. Biddle son of Clement Biddle goes to France. \"it is hard to say what course our great men will take. I believe...leaders know not what to do. Not do I know who is to be the leader. I believe in Caucus it was determined to elect Henry Clay, speaker and they did elect him.\" Describes Clay.","Has about thirty-five feet of pipes now by him and expects to set another kiln next week when he expects to have Woods' in it. Wants to know what other kind, of ware Woods would wish to be sent along with them. \"Here let me remark that Mr. Wales opinion of stone ware pipes is higher than ever \u0026 he regrets that the town of Steubensville does not use them instead of wood.\"","To assign and transfer to Archibald Woods twenty shares in Bank of Steubenville.","Gives his recollection of a transaction between himself and John McClure. Mr. Reed's young daughter died. Have searched for cloth.","Apologizes for being so long, in making his returns because he couldn't understand it. Includes Andrew Howlett to Archibal] Woods, 1811 December 30. Has sent returns by Moses Chapline.","Concerns settling Woods v. Lewis. \"Beware of being taken in as all those people are Great Sharpers. Beware of going in any barter or bargain with them. If possible they will try to pawn some old or good for nothing Negroes on you, or some other old stuff or bad bonds.\"","Scope and Contents Received four hundred dollars from William Lewis. Taken a bond on Burwell. Not knowing the amount of the Execution nor Credits, could not go into a final settlement. Can have it credited to execution by writing clerk of Monroe or attorney.","Thanks Ann Woods for sending Patty up. Glad to hear of Betsy's safe delivery. \"if I live as long as the first week in May and no accident happens I expect to have an addition to my family, already too large, but when we have them we are sorry for to part with them.\" Misses her husband who is in Congress. Hope he returns in March, but if they declare war he may be detained a month or two longer.","Presented draft to Sheffey. Mentioned \"the establishment of the Road to his Majesty but have no answer to the point.\" Discusses increase in military establishment. Bills on Navy laid on table to make room for land force. Wilson voted no to raising 25,000 soldiers. Asks what the people think. Doubts leaders. Thinks war will ensue.","Has received draft to settle Woods v. Lewis. Has to be sent back to William Poage to obtain proper endorsement. \"We hear of nothing here but war...\" Lists bills concerning raising troops. President will not act on the U.S. Road, saying there is no money to expend.","Is making enquiries about a 3000 acre tract of military land in Ohio County. Asks if land has been sold for taxes.","For Evans to sell his farm to Eoff. Evans is also to convey his interest in the ferries across the Ohio River and across Wheeling Creek.","Prescribing the uniform of the Virginia militia.","Encloses patent to Woods. Asks for recommendations for officers in \"our (to be made Army)\". Rage for war has subsided. Looks for proposition to repeal non-importation law. Houses passes bill to repair old frigates. Mentions William Branch Giles.","Would survey his land but had to attend Superior Court at Wheeling. Makes proposal for 200 to 250 acres. Offer is eight gallons good whiskey and one dollar per acre. He offers flour. Draws plat to explain offer.","Person who delivers letter is authorized to sell land for General James Allen and Col. David Allen. Discusses past dispute with Woods over land in Kentucky he bought from Woods.","Building a sawmill. Thinks Mallory should have house he is renting taken from him. Doesn't know anyone else to rent it to. Benjamin Ruggles wants Paull to go in with him and others on laying out a town, (Woodsfield?)","Has heard rumors that political enemies may try to have election for clerk set aside if they lose. Suggests that Robert Woods as eldest magistrate to require sheriff to summons all magistrates to elect a clerk for County court in place of Moses Chapline, deceased. Suggests form to use.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","Has received Woods recommendations for commissions as officers. Trouble raising money. Considered salt tax. \"The 'Constitution' has returned ten days \u0026 no report of anything from England and France.\" Sheffey has paid no money.","Doesn't have time to consider offer for land. Prefers bank stock to land. Prefers cash to bank stock. If others sell out, he does not wish to be backward. Does not think Archibald Woods' offer for his interest in Botetourt includes what he will receive from Elijah Woods. Wants Brother James Woods to appoint attorney to settle price of land Robert Woods is to have from Joseph Woods and make a deed.","Discusses British spy, John Henry. \"It is not yet determined who is to be next President. DeWitt Clinton is spoken of.\" April elections will express public mind.","Discusses land owned by David and James Cloyd and Matthew Houston in Ohio County. In Woods v. Lewis. Lewis has sold land to ? Burwell. Lewis has paid $7,000 to William Poage. James Greenlee married Miss ? Paxton.","Defends his handling of Woods business in the suit of Woods v. Lewis.","Tells Woods he can expect an embargo. Asks him to let ? Shepherd and all friends know.","Lists officers to be commissioned. Has enclosed documents \"for the information of the people.\" Forwarded report on subject of U.S. Road. Doesn't expect anything to be done concerning road west of Monongahela. Not at liberty to say more about embargo. Received no more money from Sheffey.","Has not gotten a person to go see Windle for purpose of making a purchase. Has not gotten survey made of Capteena land.","Sending John McLure to collect $7,000 left by William Lewis. has written clerk of Monroe County to stay execution until November.","Robert Woods (uncle) wishes to purchase 200 acres of land from him. Price is $1,600. Has written father to give Archibald Woods a power of attorney. Owes Robert Woods. In addition owes $3,000-4,000 in Kentucky.","Asks to be recommended to be appointed a major in army to be raised in Ohio.","Sheffey does not find it convenient to give a settlement at this time.","Asks that bearer be paid thirty-nine dollars.","Has seven thousand dollars as part of the execution against William Lewis in Woods v. Lewis.","Needs to enter quarters of land?. Includes document of Archibald Woods. Asking that volunteers for the army be encouraged. Tells what pay and rations soldiers will receive.","Has seen Battial Harrison who has the Virginia military land warrants. Will make some proposition. James Paull has gone to Richmond. Would rather deal with Paull.","Introduces Henry Greene who wishes to obtain advice respecting the validity of a claim of land.","Needs brick to mend a hearth. Asks for late newspapers.","Resigning his office in the Wheeling Light Infantry. Woods has written two names on the letter as possible replacements for Pannill.","Reports on the measurement of lumber. Does not like quality of the boards.","Wishes to know if Woods intends to let him have Mr. Ramsey's place.","Put advertisement in paper for sale of town lots and sent notices.","At the first muster of the Wheeling Light Infantry, ensign of the company made known his intention to decline serving in the company in the capacity of an officer longer than five years from the date of his commissions. Company elected a replacement, John Richardson and recommended him to be appointed. Includes Archibald Woods, listing possible officers.","Had sent commission to Jno Richardson to be ensign in Wheeling Light Infantry. Since Richardson has been accused in affidavit by ? Zane of saying he would not interfere if slaves in eastern part of state rose up and murdered their masters, he should return his commission.","Scope and Contents Recommends Mr. Ross to repair public arms. Woods has written on the letter: William Ross at Frederick Town on Monongala River, Washington County, Pennsylvania","Enclosed will gives the course of the war. Woods' son, Thomas, stayed with him. Thinks it's high time for Congress to adjourn.","Still wants $1600 for the land he is offering to Robert Woods. News about Andrew Woods, Robert Woods, and John M. Walker.","Wants to rent horse pasture.","Tells Woods to have the public arms repaired.","Answer to a letter from Sheffey concerning Woods' manner of collecting money due him in Woods v. Lewis. Includes earlier draft of above. .","Encloses copy of Daniel Sheffey's statement which Woods thinks is incorrect. Tries to understand the statement. Thinks majority of people are opposed to war. Cannot raise troops, as commander of 4th Regiment, Virginia militia. Has on company volunteers, one company drafted. Wife had large son, William. Nearly cost her her life.","Whiskey Woods has sold him is indifferent. Discusses salt works. Cannot hire or sell slave because he has a sore leg.","Cannot accept price Caldwell proposes for land. Gives his offer.","Orders Woods to order his regiment to Wheeling for training.","Unable to raise money owed to Woods.","Thanks Woods for paying taxes for him. Sends money by son, John Croghan. Mentions George Croghan. Will consider exchanging land with Woods after he gets necessary information.","Scope and Contents Asks questions concerning impressment of camp kettles, axes, and wagons. \"The troops from this Regiment are to meet at this place on Tuesday next and will proceed in boats to the place of Destination, on Wednesday if possible, say Thursday at farthest. I shall be happy to meet and accompany the troop from your Regiment.\" Late orders authorize the Col. commanding to provide for the transportation of the baggage. \"My opinion is that wagons should be procured in each regiment, they can be sent by water to point pleasant, the horses by land, the camp kettles so far as we may stand in need will be taken from Mr. Dutty... Keel Boats going to Kenhawn for salt can be procured if you can engage but I have as yet engaged by one, three will be necessary.\"","Understands Woods' men are to meet this day at Wheeling. Sends Capt. Russel to receive from information as to boats for the transportation of the troops and also as to provisions. \"Say five days Rations of bread and salt pork of Bacon, ready cooked, my wish being to go on Day and Night if possible until we arrive at Point Pleasant.\"","To raise supplies for families of soldiers. Includes minutes of a meeting of citizens of Richmond, Manchester and their vicinities held at the Capitol. Resolved that name of association be \"The Society for promoting the success of the War against Great Britain.\" Lists duties of the association, including the appointing of a standing committee in each town and County.... 2 pages.","Scope and Contents To Capt. Lewis Bonnet to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure, William Irwin, and John Feay, that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00. Includes, Archibald Woods, certifying above. Includes warrant from Archibald Woods, to Benjamin Jefferies, to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00.","Notifying Woods that a note endorsed by him for Morgan Jones is due and unpaid.","Has received, in the absence of the Governor, Woods' letter, asking to have made at Wheeling, arms for a troop.","Will attend court martial and pay his fine if it's proved he should have gone when called.","Will leave home in a week for Washington. Should be glad to hear result of your election for electors. Expects peace ticket to have a large majority in his County.","Tries to make arrangement with Woods concerning stoneware and earthenware. Unable to get salt he needed for his manufacture.","Proposes to start a newspaper with the press to be in Wheeling.","Madison ticket had a majority of 92. Stephen Van Rensselaer has met with a defeat. Has been informed that Return Jonathan Meigs has been insulted by the common soldiers and almost afraid of times at times to leave his quarters lest he might meet with insults.\" \"I am anxious to hear if peace is expected or if we must go on in this destructive war. If it is to continue God help the nation for in many places, the people are ready almost to cut other throats.\" Cites examples. Will write Daniel Sheffey for account with William Lewis.","Will sell land for $12,000.","Thinks militia are expensive and ruinous. Thinks they can provide little real service \"as well might you put unbroken Horses to a Wagon--they possess the strength \u0026 spirit--but they will not pull together.\" sees no prospect of speedy termination of the war. \"the Administration which makes War does rarely make peace.\" Discusses War Hawks. Anxious to hear about Virginians in Western Army. Will present statement to Daniel Sheffey.","Concerns Cloyd military lands in Ohio County.","Gives directions for morning and evening parades.","Gives family news and news of household activities.","Woods should rent to ? Hollister. Terms are too high for Okey.","Has spoken to General S. Smith about lands in Wheeling. Land is owned by James A. Buchanan of Baltimore. \"No doubt the Papers give you an account how our Generals in the North have managed their campaigns . Was ever a Nation cursed with such officers.\" Secretary of Navy has resigned. Gives makeup of regiments and number. Thinks too many. \"We attempt more than we can do well.\"","Concerns politics in Ohio.","Sends statement concerning execution in Woods v. Lewis. Asks Hamilton to try to see execution and aid him in obtaining his money.","Transmitting advice of council that any artillery companies who are furnished with gun carriages may build sheds to protect them.","Scope and Contents For Woods to rent land (including orchard) to Cunningham.","Has received Woods' letter. Lands on Wheeling Creek belong to heirs of his father. If Woods will make proposition, Buchanan will submit it to the heirs.","Mentions Buchanan attitude toward selling land. Has received no news from James Winchester concerning River Raisin defeat. Disagrees with conduct of the war....\"but you and I have it not in our power to regulate these things; but with the people we should speak a language which should be heard even? in the recesses of the palace.\"","For Woods to rent land to the Varneys. Woods is to supply livestock and utensils.","Asks Woods to suspend collection of fine against him because his son failed to attend regimental court.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","\"You may expect something like an Embargo before we rise.\" Expects tax bills to go up. Has put letter before Secretary of War.","To be partners in purchasing flour for export to New Orleans or elsewhere.","Apparently, two commissions have been served to same person. Woods describes the two men.","Thanks Woods for saying he will tend to paying the taxes on his land. Since Woods title to land in Kentucky is disputed, he does not want to exchange.","For Barnett to build a log house. Gives details on how house is to be built.","Promise to give possession of a house and lot.","Request to let John D. seaman have flour.","Needs lime to finish house.","To sell Barrit land.","Scope and Contents Concerns whiskey.","Has concluded a bargain with William Sharpless for house and lot. Troops have mounted. Col. Perkins has resigned. Paull expects to be colonel.","Concerns opening a road from Woodsfield to Marietta, Ohio.","Scope and Contents Making arrangements to sell property to William Sharpless in event he does not return from war. Intends to go into mercantile business. Have drawn clothing for 27th Regiment and tomorrow start for upper Sandusky and the Lower Sandusky.","Includes affidavit of Josiah M. Smith.","Troops are getting ready to march.","Describes difficulties in provisioning troops.","Woods' letter apparently miscarried. Must prepare for a campaign in September.","Concerns payments for barrels of flour?.","Lists repairs (and cost) to muskets and certifies that Adam Keller did the work.","Settling of accounts.","Trying to locate Betsy and arrange for her to be sent home.","Asks Woods to make a survey.","Orders Woods to order troops for muster.","Concerns selling a house and lot to Sharpless.","Thinks Woods' son, Franklin, can get an appointment in militia. Thinks serving will be good for him.","Concerns sale of house and land to a Mr. Mallory.","Scope and Contents Franklin Woods arrives. Gen. William Henry Harrison appointed him a third lieutenant. Paull gives his philosophy about serving in the army. Gives instructions about selling house and lot to Sharpless.","Sorry to hear of ill health of Mrs. Paull. Surprised to hear that Franklin had enlisted. Discusses war. \"This war of glory or glorious war-which appears to be attended with every calamity defeat and disaster that ever in any shape befell any country ancient or modern-how is it? Are nations punished in proportion to their demerits?...I never once for a moment supposed that the contemptible province of Upper Canada peopled by semibarbarians could have held the United States at bay for more than a year-and even make inroads upon us--\"","Sends forty-one guns and thirty six cartridge boxes.","Charges that Roberts tried to avoid danger withdrew himself from Tyamochta and allowed the baggage of his company to be lost; let tobacco, coffee and chocolate be traded for sale and let other baggage be left and lost; said men did not have to serve past 22nd of March; and used threatening language to a captain. Signed by David Pugh.","Scope and Contents Wants Linsley to try to settle an agreement made with ? Ross.","Mentions Oliver Hazard Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie.","Asks Woods aid in helping a Mr. Dear enter land.","Signed by B. D. adjutant.","Concerns cutting trees and Woods' accusations that Holister has wasted nails and boards.","Malory has had trouble entering lands at Woodsfield. Barber wants to encourage settlers.","Discusses battle at Moravian Town Battle of the Thames. Includes general orders congratulating the troops after the battle of Moravian Town, Michigan.","Petitions are doing very well perhaps concerning a division of Belmont County, Ohio. Barretts have not yet marked out the road. George Swaney has not marked road. Wife wants to move back to river. Would like to rent from Woods.","Requests that Mrs. Woods acknowledge release of dower to his deed.","Sympathizes with Woods' rheumatism. Has resigned his pastoral charge and preaches only occasionally. Gives family and neighbor hard news. Only chance for peace is defeat of Bonaparte. Gives a calculation of no peace before 1866. Recommends George Stanley Faber's book on prophecies. Conrad Speece is preacher.","Gives excuses for why he has not paid money or salt to Woods.","Includes affidavit, (witnessed by George Knox, Alexander Chaplinand Benjamin W. Mahan) of Joseph Spencer that he will not challenge the title of Woods to the land.","Arrived in Detroit \"the second of October after a long and tedious march of about 30 days from camp Seneca. The 27th Regiment has taken quarters in this place for this Winter which was very lucky for the officers having lost all their clothing.\" Has been sick with bilious fever. Learning duties of a Lieutenant.","Parks is to pay fifty flour barrels annually.","Is concerned about Betsy's ill health. Her family is well. She has eight children.","Needs flour.","Says it is second time he has written Woods to come for money. Asks to have deed drawn in Huey Gilliland's name.","Sends to Woods for money.","Letter from Gen. Lewis Cass indicates troops are sickly--upwards for 2,000 are down. Has sent Woods an old deed of trust.","Concerns possible repeal of a law creating a new County?. ? Hammond has written William Sharpless advising him to take Paull's property.","Requests for flour.","Concerns money ? McCluney hopes to recover in a law suit.","Concerns creation of and location of courthouse in Monroe County, Ohio. Did not pass lower house.","Expects an attack before spring by British and Indians. Illness among troops","Making excuses for John Wheeler who has been unable to attend musters.","Wants to buy white oaks from Woods.","Has received $200 from Daniel Sheffey. Requests family news. \"the Democrats here are very sanguine in expectation of peace. I think the probability is that if Clay's oratorial powers can avert it he will.\"","Concerns creation of new County i.e. Monroe. Road has not been marked.","Signed by James Harbour, Governor. Registered by J. W. Pleasants. Bears seal of Virginia.","Concerns selection of Wheeling.","Change in law for time of training.","Asks Woods if he has purchased the place which Joseph Ramsey purchased.","Obligated to attend at West Liberty on business of Wheeling Bank. Capt. Howlett is gone to Washington. Lt. Brady will attend for him. Howlett's opinion is that companies of Capt. Jeffries, Gratehouse, Frazier, and Howlett compose the upper Battalion.","Requesting terms a tract of land may be purchased on.","Doubts if appointment of M. J. White as president of a bank to be organized by the Ohio Company? would be good.","Has gotten commissioners to lay out road from Marietta to Monroe County line. Needs information from Woods on where a road from Woodfield ought to intersect.","Requests Woods' presence at a stockholders meeting.","Received Woods' letter advising of Chapline succeeding against Cresap. Sending money by his son, John, to reimburse Woods for payment of land taxes. Knows nothing of ? Doddridge, or of mortgage he has against Mr. Hall. Has asked about land and house belonging to Mr. Smith.","Concerns runaway slave.","For 120 acres on the Ohio River.","Has settled with William Sharpless. Woods can receive 50 shares of bank stock.","Sends survey.","Needs six bushels of corn.","George Croghan is commander. His mode of commanding is preferable to former commander, Col. Butler. Franklin Woods would like to resign. Is in debt. Did not receive money sent out by George Paull. Describes fort.","For Woods to lease land to Atkison.","Scope and Contents Discusses dry goods. \"I would, not recommend your going into business until peace is made.\"","Betsy (Woods) Paull continues to mend. On trip to visit his father. Major Gwynn says 26, 27, \u0026 28th Regiments will be consolidated. Expects to lose his rank. \"Betsy wishes you to write her as soon as her mother is confined.\"","Applies for arrest of Archibald Hamilton on charges he received twenty dollars from James Burrus who was applying for exemption from service. Includes affidavit, undated, of Samuel McClure.","To vote for directions in the Ohio Company.","Includes copy of charges against Hamilton.","Few soldiers left in Regiment. Mentions consolidations and possibility of Paull and himself being extra officers and struck off. 27th Regiment has been disgraced. Cannot get clothes. \"if any officer appears on parade without blue pantaloons and boots he is immediately arrested.\"","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Mr. Chapline can inform about the discoveries about property lines. Will expect sheep and probably will take some half breed merino.","Mrs. Woods had twins, one of whom died within 5 days. Expects Indian treaty. \" I do not know but it will be my turn to go to Norfolk in the next call or requision of militia.\"","Concerning sale of Sharpless house.","Discussing uniforms.","Trying to sell Woods a horse.","Concerns William Baker who denies endorsing Jones' note; and salt.","Trying to settle debt.","Will send Woods his horse if cannot find a better one at fair price.","Sending Woods his horse. Will send epaulets.","Orders Woods to a muster.","Sold sorrell horse. Has got no marching orders yet. Petitions being circulated concerning location of County seat of Monroe County, Ohio.","Scope and Contents For Fawcett acting as attorney for Samuel Cope to sell a house and lot in Wheeling, West Virginia to Woods.","For a house and lot in Wheeling.","Sends what he thinks register's fees are.","Sends a petition concerning militia fines. Expects lawsuit.","Gives hours. Fines will be strictly enforced. All funds on hand will go to purchase books. Arrears on shares must be paid.","Does not have any desire to sell land he owns in Ohio County.","for Woods to lease land to Steenrod.","Concerns a lawsuit Philip Doddridge is handling for Woods.","Orders 10th, 17th, 18th, and 10th Brigades to Norfolk.","Makes a deposit on quarter sections. Has been at Woodfield clearing streets. Hopes to see Barber when commissioners meet to fix seat of justice for Monroe. Has been engaged marking a road to the Ohio from the new town.","For property given to Woods by Biddle to satisfy rent that is in arrears.","Concerns quarter section of land Smith wants to enter. The bearers, Mr. Smith and Baker want to rent. Show them the land where Duvall lives.","Wants to enter quarter sections.","Has been recommended as coroner of his County. Would like appointment to Woods staff. Wants appointment and hope Woods' staff are not required to march.","Jesse Hunt's brother owns land Woods is interested in. Jesse Hunt offers ten dollars per acre for land Woods owns near his brother's land. Discusses flour milling and whiskey distilling.","Asking to be appointed surgeon to 4th Reg't, Virginia Militia. Includes 1815 February 4 of John Connell. H. Marshall and William McHenry to Woods, recommending Stevenson.","For Woods to lease land to Cunningham.","Scope and Contents Is satisfied that he received thirteen bushels of corn.","Adam Kellar wishes to ride home to Richmond instead of marching with rest of troops.","Trying to rent land for Woods.","Introduces Archibald Woods to Marshall.","John Spence has been arrested for desertion. Asks for a court martial.","For Woods to lease land to Goodridge and Morley.","Neither state nor federal government has funds to pay troops. Arrangements will be made to pay them at a later date.","Asks Woods to remit John Spence's sentence for desertion and release him.","For Woods to lease land to Barrett and for Barrett to repair a cabin and clear land.","Woods explains the unusual nature of his muster return due to the circumstances of their march.","Scope and Contents Bonnett resigns his commission as major of the 1st Battalion of the 4th Reg't of Virginia Militia.","Got three quarter sections of land.","Woffert does not want to sell his land.","Has bought land from Jacob Ash that he had no right to sell.","Has no recollection of articles of agreement between George Poage and Woods.","Will stick to his terms for selling land. Asks Woods to sell his lame horse.","For 56 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes.","Send note against James Woods (with deed to him) to Joseph Woods. Includes James Woods to Robert Woods?, undated. 1 page.","Although Woods thinks settlement of Poages' claim against him made by Chapline and Thomas Woods is totally against him, he will agree to it.","Has found a slave who ran away from Archibald Woods. Has promised slave if he would return, he would not be whipped.","Requests commission as lieutenant for Jon Curtis if Woods has it.","States when he wants to hold a battalion court of inquiry and a regimental court of inquiry.","Does not wish to buy Croghan's land at the price Croghan named. Will sell his horse for him.","Tells Woods, McCluny of Charlestown is in Wheeling if he wishes to see him.","A man wishes to buy land. Asks Woods for amount. Mr. Scott wants to know if Mr. Morrison can have a set of stable logs.","Did not know of muster until day of muster. His knee was out of place and he had no horse to ride.","Wants to make some disposition of a military land claim placed in his hands by Woods fourteen years previously.","For Woods to lease land and ferries to Malory and Long. Malory and Long can also tap sugar maples.","Woods' land has been sold for taxes but can redeemed within two years of sale by paying taxes plus interest. Woods should send money for taxes for 1814 and 1815.","Clay has drawn up petition to President to establish road to Wheeling. Meigs says tract for sale in Indiana Territory will be open for sale in April or May.","Will not be able to go to Indiana Territory ?. Fears prices will be too high. A tract of his land (4066 acres in Wood County) was sold for taxes. Asks Woods to redeem.","Orders a day of training of officers and a day of regimental muster.","Miller's brother does not yet know the result of his application to cob. Walker relating to lands on Green River. Discusses bank paper. Hears there is petition before Maryland legislature to establish a state bank. Has Philadelphia worried. Mentions possibility of a turnpike to Wheeling.","Does not expect deposit being replaced by any act of Congress. Cumberland Road must await annual appropriation.","Does not have extra capital. to invest in Woodfield, Ohio.","Will return a runaway slave for Woods for a fee.","Decision on U.S. Road to Wheeling has been referred to Sec. of Treasury; however, Dallas is a Pennsylvanian.","Unable to check on Woods' land, but thinks it has been sold for taxes. Woods' mother is in her usual state of health, but her memory fails her. Gives news of his family.","Defends the assessment of Woods' land which Woods thinks is too high.","Chief of Wyandot Indians is dead and his tribes are desirous of selling their lands. No report on U.S. Road. House of Representatives are now discussing direct tax. Mentions birth of a son to Mrs. Paull (Woods' daughter.)","Offers to trade money and horses for land.","Forwarded Woods' letter and memorial from citizens of Wheeling to Clay. James Ross and Charleston people are exciting opposition. ? Connel has obtained depositions on a road from Charleston to Zanesville and made a statement relative to Town of Charleston. Asks Woods for depositions concerning Wheeling. Lands in Indiana not ready for sale yet.","President has made a communication to both houses concerning Cumberland Road. It contains a statement of expenditure already made and those necessary to complete it. Commissioner of land office has promised a complete map of Indiana Territory. Will send to Woods.","Describes Indiana Territory, its land, its inhabitants and prospects for the sale of the public lands.","Secretary of Treasury reported in favor of Wheeling for U.S. Road.","Scope and Contents Secretary of Treasury has decided in favor of Wheeling for the Cumberland Road route. Senate has passed bill for levying direct tax of three million dollars. House of Representatives is considering bank bill.","Secretary of Treasury reported to President on Cumberland Road, in favor of Wheeling. Mentions land tax of three million dollars. National Bank bill is under consideration in the House of Representatives. House passed bill authorizing members to frank during recess. Doesn't think it will pass Senate.","For Cockayne to sell Woods two hundred acres of land in Warren County, Ohio. Woods has right to give land back.","Has been informed that President confirmed report of Secretary of Treasury concerning the Cumberland Road. Exertions now will be to procure a large appropriation. Commissioners of land office cannot fix any time when land in Indiana Territory will be sold.","Has received five dollars from Woods. Sends pantaloons back to him. Asks about his militia discharge. J. G. Jackson has declared as a candidate. Willson is coroner.","Report on Cumberland Road has been referred to Committee in House of Representatives. Republican caucus voted Monroe and Tompkins as candidates. \"on the subject of the road Monroe was decidedly your friend, his influence was important. I hope it will not be forgotten. However this subject must remain with yourself.\" Owing to sickness of draftsman in the land office has not been able to procure a map of the Indiana Territory.","Two hundred acres of land bought from Samuel Cockainis worth about four dollars an acre. Discusses Capteena land owned by Jeremiah Hurst. Glad Cumberland Road is settled. Gives price of flour.","The committee to whom the Cumberland Road was referred have reported in favor of the appropriation. House of Representatives laid 30 per cent ad valorem duty on imported cottons. National Bank bill is now is Senate.","Cumberland Road being confirmed, he is waiting the result of the Appropriation. Connell and Doddridge still have plan for a military road. Shepherd hopes to be appointed a Superintendent, but if not wants contract for a section of it. \"Mr. Clay has done all he promised but Ruggles never gave out for which I do regard him as one of our particular friends. \"","Would like to rent place where James Barrett lives.","Public lands have not been surveyed because Indians ordered the surveyors off. William Henry Harrison owns land near Vincennes and has laid it out in town lots.","Wants to borrow $1500 to use to buy bank stock.","Wants to buy or borrow anvil.","Resolutions introduced to appoint committee to look into military road through Charleston. Bills passed House to admit Indiana and Mississippi as states. Nothing done on appropriation for building Cumberland Road.","Draughtsman in office is unable to attend to business. Sends sketch of Indiana Territory taken from Bradley's maps by a pupil of the draughtsman.","House has passed appropriation of $300,000 for Cumberland Road.","Necessary for Woods and Barber to pay up all the installments on the land Woodfield stands on so lot owners can have deeds. Wants Barber to go to Indiana with him. Wants to speculate with Barber's interest in Woodfield.","Resigns his commission as captain in the Wheeling Light Infantry.","Asks to borrow $160.","McClandhan's father needs taxes paid on land.","Concerns appointment for superintendent of Cumberland Road. Connell has withdrawn. Moses Shepherd and Rolfe are applicants.","Concerning legal difficulties in collecting militia fines.","Will pay money to redeem land for taxes to County clerk of Wood County. Wilson's daughter died on April 15.","Resigns commission.","Has not heard from servants. Sends amount due on a fractional section. Has heard nothing from Indiana lands.","Cannot attend training or regimental muster because of illness. Sends company return.","Sale of lots to David Person and ? Jackson.","Asks terms for a lot.","Scope and Contents Will take depositions in lawsuit of Wilson (as administrator of Richard Nichols v. John Caldwell, Robert Woods, Archibald Woods et al. in District Chancery Court at Clarksburg, West Virginia","Sends for corn meal.","Sends for land patents.","Unable to attend taking of depositions in Wilson v. Caldwell, Woods et al.","Shall be ready to raise house for Franklin Woods. Needs flour and money.","Scope and Contents Request for payment of son's board. Includes account of ? Woods with Biddle.","Does not want to buy lots at Doddridge's price.","Cumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.","Politics.","For 178 acres in Ohio County.","McClandhan's father is concerned he will lose his land due to taxes. Asks Woods to pay them.","Wanted to build house on his lot but County has laid foundation of temporary courthouse in front of his lot at Woodsfield. Includes, Archibald Woods stating that he agreed to pay six dollars to commission to alter foundation of jail.","Sends plat of public lands in Indiana. Gives his route to Indiana.","Watch with small glass is disposed of. Has two hunting watches left. Suggests Woods come to see them. Includes memorandum of an agreement between George Paull and Archibald Woods for the purchase of land in Indiana.","Has looked at transcript of answers in lawsuit of S. R. Wilson vs. Woods et al. Thinks deeds are in office as part of W. Chapline, Jr.'s answer. Nothing more is necessary. Attendance at next term not necessary except for presence of patents.","Formal subpoena to attend at Chillicothe. Prisoner will not give his consent to his not going.","James Smith has been to Marietta to enter fraction marked A. Woods. He left deposit of sixteen dollars. Asks Woods to be his special bail in suit of James Reff?","General William Henry Harrison recommends white river country very highly. Paull is concerned about what bank notes will be accepted as payment for land. Some of his are counterfeit.","Gives circumstances of James Smith entering Woods' land.","Asks Woods to give his recollection of a settlement of an estate.","Asks for two subpoenas to be sent in lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods et al. \"We hung a negro here last Friday for rape on his mistress. The Methodists say he went strait to heaven.\" Shall have a new Judge on this circuit.","Concerns land in Indiana.","Asks if Woods' family will accompany his family to Augusta County, Virginia on a visit.","Fourth day of land sales. Has not bought an acre. Describes lands and prices. Jesse Hunt will not sell until he writes his brother.","Has bought 2 1/4 sections. Describes land and sales.","Asks Sockman to assist Doctor James Rolfe to count the public arms. Includes Sockman stating he has complied with the request.","Franklin Woods fell from horse and dislocated shoulder. Wilson's mother and other family have started for Staunton.","Concerns meeting with Woods to discuss location of Cumberland Road.","Can not come to Wheeling because hogs get in his corn everyday. Has business at Court. Asks Woods to tend to a note at the bank.","Describes assault and battery by James Smith over hogs getting into corn.","Virginia Thanks Woods for paying taxes on land. A. Hamilton does not think he owes Woods any money probably in setting Woods v. Lewis.","Has served in militia for 37 years.","To build a house. Gives specifications.","For Wallings to clear twenty acres of land within two years for which Woods will give him fifty acres in Monroe County, Ohio.","For Sweeney to clear eight acres of land.","Asks Woods to bring him teaspoons.","Concerns bank bills in Virginia General Assembly.","Informs Woods of the death of his brother, James Woods.","Discussed embassy with Secretary of State ?. The committee have reported a bill favorable to the Caldwell resolutions and made Columbus Ohio? a point. Compensation bill is repealed. Banks will commence specie payment.","For Woods to lease eleven acres to Bowers.","Concerning Jackson's Treaty with the Creek Indians and the opening up of land in Georgia and Alabama as a result. Describes land. Gives news of death of his father James Woods.","Election of James Moore. Sale of public lands.","Samuel Sweeny ? has left place. James Smith has Mallory indicted for keeping a disorderly house.","Dispute between John Connell, and John Dix over their co-partnership in Brooke Furnace will be arbitrated. Woods is to serve on panel.","Gives status of Wheeling bank notes.","Have plank and are ready to start on a house for Woods.","Death of James Woods. Account of murder of one negro slave by another. Discusses prices. Asks Woods help in settling debts in Ohio. Neighborhood news.","Asks Barber to send land certificate.","Wants to meet Woods at St. Clairsville and pay him principle. Then Woods can see William Downey for interest.","For McKinney to build a bridge on the Cumberland Road.","In conference with ? Thompson, they have decided to delay purchase of goods till season for laying in fall cargo. Regret Franklin Woods cannot be put on a certainty as to company's employ.","Concerning their letter to him about the business of their company and their not hiring his son, Franklin.","Opened Woods' letter to William Croghan, Jr. Gives Woods opinions on land in Indiana. Thanks Woods for previous friendly acts.","For Cleaburn Simms to serve as deputy sheriff to finish up his business as the former sheriff.","Asks compensation for a great cost given to Woods by George Paull.","Sends four hundred dollars to pay Robert Woods.","For Dugan and Linton to build a bridge as part of the Cumberland Road. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Thomas McGeer) of Matthew Stewart of Pittsburgh to fulfill above contract, 1817 September 19. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Ben Galloway) of Thomas McGeer and Henry Jordan to fulfill above contract.","Concerns land purchase?","Boards for Woods' house in Woodsfield are ready.","Dispute over stone the Irishmen quarried.","Unable to do Woods' work.","Would like to keep a hand he has hired to drive his oxen a few more days.","Concerns digging a well.","Will build wall. Asks for advance of fifty dollars.","Speaks of a third party J. Mallory who has done all in his power against him and against whom he has a judgment.","Does not think James Smith has proof of slander.","Of his handling of an execution.","Needs planks. Hopes to settle dispute between himself and James Smith.","Sonny Smith has been ill so long. Man from Kentucky needs his horse.","A. Werninger has Negro boy for sale. He ran away and is confined to jail. \"The family are well and doing well considering the great loss we have sustained.\" Asks it he will be safe in receiving the notes of the Ohio Company for taxes.","Writes by Mr. Woods. Enjoys good health and expects to settle there.","Problems with building a bridge for Cumberland Road.","Concerns problems with his hauling stone for the Cumberland Road.","Woods is upset over Thompson's suggestion that someone else should take charge of bridge building in the area for the Cumberland Road.","Directions for building a house.","Concerns elections.","Concerns building bridge at Lee's Run for the Cumberland Road and paying the laborers.","Will accept Woods' offer to buy his land.","Asks Woods to draft a form of an assignment of the contract for Paull to endorse.","Legislature has done nothing of importance. Legislature is discussing defects in the Constitution. Mentions various bank bills. \"The Legislature seems very much in the Spirit of making banks and new counties.\" Col. Poage mentioned in his letter that Woods' mother has been stricken with the palsy.","Scope and Contents Mallory is upset that Woods has rented the store at the mouth of the Capteena with one acre of ground to Henry Swippe. Does not want Swippe to have the ground. Thinks James] Smith and Swippe are trying to run him off.","For Woods to lease a grist mill and house to Waddell.","Discontent of people renting land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Mallory is going to give up possession of Woods place. Blames troubles on James Smith and Henry Swippy. Asks Woods not to rent the place to them.","Scope and Contents Needs Woods to appear at suit of Fract? against him. Blames James?] Smith for the lawsuit being brought. Discusses his dispute with Smith involving a letter.","Sends vacine crust.","Scope and Contents Will move to the place Mr. Parks lives on and intends to comply with bargain Vance and Woods agreed on.","Traces chain of title for a lot and house in Wheeling.","Tells Woods how to proceed in collecting pay for his son from Paymaster General.","Promises to make a final settlement of their business.","Has written previously accepting Woods' offer for his land. \"The family of my father has been greatly distressed occasioned by the death of my uncle Genl. G. R. Clark.\" Growth of Louisville is astonishing.","For a house, shop, garden and field.","Is leaving plantation and wants to settle up with Woods.","Merchants in Maysville are dissatisfied with those in Pittsburgh, Would like for men to set up commission business in Wheeling.","Ohio members have called upon William Henry Crawford on subject of his orders to receivers of public monies. Has received money for Woods' son, Franklin. Bill has passed Senate to allow purchasers one more year to pay for lands.","Concerns business dealings with ? Nichols.","Doubts sale of a lot in Wheeling due to foreclosure is legal. As Martin's executor, he must try to recover the property.","Dispute over number of rails counted toward rent.","Concerns the arbitration of a dispute over whiskey.","Men in Wheeling are planning a commission merchant house to supply merchants in Kentucky so they no longer have to deal with Pittsburgh.","Took warrant of attorney to enter judgment against Charles Wells.","No Kentucky paper in the Bank. Negotiation with Bank at Cincinnati has taken all our paper south of Chillicothe.","Received Woods' letter and a letter and power of attorney from Robert Poage?. Will investigate possibility of brother defrauding a brother and the helpless children of the brother.","Encloses assignment of Stepp certificate. Certificates assigned by Paull to Woods must have County seal. Flood has killed Jno. Hardesty family and ruined crops.","Unable to pay Woods.","Scope and Contents In notion of going to Kentucky but now thinks of Woods' area. Seeks information. Includes, in a different hand of a genealogical chart of the Breckinridge family.","Has received Cox' letter containing charges exhibited against Williams and Josias Thompsonas agents of the National Road. Assumes they are the charges stated by James Marshall. Will state what he knows about. Charges concern sinking of ground on hill above and adjoining Wheeling, distance of road at Shepherd's Mill, too many bridges on little Wheeling Creek, contracts to bidders who could not carry them out and for purchasing land and changing road to pass land he purchased.","Woods has made statement towards exculpating Thompson and Williams from charges concerning their handling of building of National Road. \"I think Col. Williams conduct in relation to this business cannot well be impeached as he has acted uprightly and in most instances as the charges relate to you they are groundless also. Although such are the facts, yet good grounds for charges against your official conduct do exist.\" Criticizes Thompson for changing road, and allowing contractor to use logs and brush, for want of firmness and decision, and did not look at a place where he could have saved a spring. Thompson had mentioned in Wheeling that some mystery existed respecting the drafts drawn by Shepherd and Paull causing a suspicion that Woods was concerned in that transaction.","Rebuttal against Woods' letter. If Woods knew Steenrod was using logs and brush, he should have reported it. Thinks Woods is angry because Thompson removed him from managing a sector of the road. Thinks Woods is trying to have him removed as superintendent. \"You may shew your teeth but cannot bite.\"","States Thompson did not remove him. He discontinued himself. Knows Thompson saw logs and brush placed in road bed. \"This would not be a dispute between Charleston and Wheeling. It will be simply whether the government will permit their superintendent to be a contractor also at the same time.\" Has three articles proving it and will disclose it.","Description of him and his clothing.","Will come tomorrow bringing money for land. Authorizes Woods to make arrangement with Feay.","Woods must move his fence which is interfering with National Road. In absence of superintendent have consulted Steenrod. \"Owing to the ill health of Steenrod's family we think by the track you pursue you are treating him with that injustice that a neighbour ought to shudder at.\"","Woods' land will not be sold for taxes.","Asks land values for purchase by others and himself.","Concerns a disputed account for hauling.","Concerns a debt owed by Spencer.","Trying to negotiate a settlement with Spencer concerning money.","Concerns terms of land deals. Gives opinion of how difficult Jeremiah Hunt will be to deal with. Lists prices of wheat, rye, corn, whiskey and flour.","Wants pay for himself and the 10th Brigade of Virginia militia.","Three New England families have arrived. John Coll was elected Colonel of militia. Wants Woods help in establishing a land office at Woodsfield. \"The mail from Marietta arrived for the first time at Woodsfield on Wednesday past.\"","Subject of where to locate National Road through Ohio is before committee. Anonymous writers are addressing Secretary of Treasury on the subject of road, imputing misconduct to Elie Williams, Josias Thompson and others.","Thanks Woods for paying an installment for him.","Discusses Ohio legislature and describes inauguration of Governor ?. Debating right of privilege on memorial of Joseph Kerr who was arrested while serving in General Assembly. \"Mr. Hoge and family are well. He has not been invited to give us prayers nor do I expect that he will.\"","Appoints Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnal, directors of the Northwestern Bank. Includes minutes of Governor of council making the appointments.","Announces Archibald Woods', William Chapline and Peter Yarnal's appointment to Board of Northwestern Bank. Details opposition to their appointments.","Has received Woods letter and with directions therein and papers from Jonathan Jacksonand will shape declarations in ejectment. Denies he is friend of U. S. Bank.","John Stipp has left down payment on land. State Senate passes resolution for convention. John Rowan and Jacob Burnett are there wishing to get a canal connecting Lake Erie to Ohio. Gives the legislative news. \"Mrs. Hoge has got a son and is well and the rest of the family.\"","Treaty with Indians in Ohio is signed and land will be surveyed and offered for sale. Treaty with Indians for purchase of land in Indiana is undecided. Secretary of Treasury is making exertions to have road completed from Uniontown to Washington.","Is sending copy of will of sister A. Poage and includes a copy of an affidavit for Woods to execute.","Sends estimate to erect a building for Woods.","Tells volume of mail he is handling as postmaster of Woodsfield. Sends Bishop's estimate.","Has checked into payment of revenue? for Ohio County. Last three years have been paid. Have not received any papers from directors of Northwestern Bank. Bill to raise legislators salary passed House of Delegates. Has bill before House to benefit Zacharia] Biggs. Bill to make paper of valley Bank receivable in treasury is applied for. Intend to have paper of Northwestern Bank included. Program slowly on revision of laws.","Wants to rent property from Woods.","Deerskins are not finished. Mr. Henry Jackson wants to rent a house from Woods. \"Squad of Yankeys have arrived at Woodsfield.\"","Lists terms he will sell his land on.","Encloses Jeremiah Hunts' terms. Send prices of wheat, rye, corn and flour. Sent flour to New Orleans.","Is working for establishment of a land office at Woodsfield.","Discusses a bank bill and other legislation pending before the Ohio legislature.","Sends itemized estimate for erecting a building.","Excuse for not having sent Woods money.","Wants to borrow 1000 to 1500 dollars from bank in Wheeling.","Ezekiel Davis wishes to buy two lots in Woodsfield.","Received final certificates.","Concerning land disputed between William Croghan and the heirs of Moses Chapline.","Asking Woods if he can occupy a situation for an office on Woods' lot.","Asking about militia pay in War of 1812.","Concerns a lease from Woods to Henry Jackson which was signed over to John Coll. Coll has gone over mountains. Owes money. Many think he will not return. Two merchants, a wheelwright and one hatter have come to Woodsfield.","Scope and Contents Reports on suit against James ? Dunlop.","Authorizes Woods to borrow 1500 dollars from Northwestern Bank of Virginia at Wheeling. He will use land as collateral.","Will drive Woods' carriage to the springs. Needs some notice.","Concerns Woods' case against Dunlop.","Sets up a meeting.","Is enclosing J. C. Wright's bond for Woods' shares of stock in the Steubenville Bank. Paull sold Wright his shares of stock on the same terms. Cannot procure anyone to drive carriage.","Sends medicine to Mrs. Woods' daughter whom doctor has diagnosed as having consumption.","Has received letter from directors. Is unable to pay money. Wants to know if one hundred barrels of Great Kanamha salt could be sold.","Thinks David Parson will pay money owed to Woods but money is scarce.","Offers his land again for sale. If Woods doesn't wish to buy, ask Capt. George Taylor. Has purchased a sugar plantation in Louisiana.","Has talked to Capt. George Taylor about Croghan's land. Lists his reasons for not purchasing it.","Asks Woods what paper he'll accept to discharge notes.","Wants Woods to come out to settle money owed to him. Asks him to bring compass and chain.","Has built a frame store on his lot. Wants boards for window sashes. Money is scarce.","Wants rent reduced and gives reasons.","Accepts Woods' offer for his land and will make a special warranty deed.","Asks for money for wool carding.","Scope and Contents Gives news of Wilson family. Asks permission to go to Augusta County, Virginia","Is letting Steenrod know what he plans to report to the Superintendent of the National Road concerning the section made by Steenrod.","Offers house and lot to repay notes.","Suit of Nicholas Administrators v. Caldwell, Woods et al. was decided for the defendants.","Col George Paull's slave has been bound to Mr. Lyon of Uniontown, Pa. Reports on Nichol's administrators v. Caldwell, Woods, et al. Decree has been made in Woods v. D. Lewis.","Trying to arrange a land deal.","Wants to move to Wheeling. Offers Woods his farm near Morgantown.","Makes an offer for Berkshire's property.","Accepts Woods offer for his land. His father is dangerously ill.","Alpheus Hillson started for Richmond. She intends going to school to Mrs. Gilison. Wants Mary Woods to come back and go with her.","Trying to collect debt owed to Woods.","Has attended to Woods' request for a distributing post office at Wheeling and McLure will be retained as postmaster.","Announces Board of Trustees meeting of \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies.\" Includes announcement, 1819, of appointment of Archibald Woods and others to serve on Board of Trustees of a \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies\" to be established by Mr. and Mrs. H. Eckstern.","Is enclosing the dates of the grants. Will pay taxes shortly. Thomas M. Randolph is elected governor. Three directors have been appointed for the North Western Bank.","To contract for building a mill race.","Does not think it expedient at this time to make Wheeling a distributing office.","Pay Franklin Woods ten dollars for a set of chairs.","Asks about land warrants.","Is sending a power of attorney.","Asks Caldwell to make public charges against Thomas Woods and himself.","Discusses his business. Has reduced debt in Philadelphia from $85,000 to $20,000. Expects Gen. Jackson will be ordered to take the Floridas. Discusses land in Alabama. Gives news of Woods family.","Has seen postmaster general regarding setting up a post office in Belmont County, Ohio.","Is enclosing transfer of land you sold to John Sipp. Transfer needs witnesses. Sipp cannot pay money owed to Woods. Money is scarce. Includes George Paull to Archibald Woods.","That Moses M. Chapline shall apply for a judgment against Woods because his deputy, Archibald Hamilton failed to return a \"Capias Ad Sales Faciendum.\"","Encloses a grant of land. Treasurer of Virginia John Preston has promised to refund money and resign. German Baker of Cumberland has been appointed. First teller of Richmond branch of U.S. Bank has left with money. Mentions other legislative business.","Wilson is deciding where to practice law. Applied for office of Councilor from Virginia. \"I was too well acquainted with the Tuckahoes to expect that any backwoodsman would be elected to that office...\" Asks his uncle's advice.","Has eight thousand brick ready for Woods.","Woods' son Thomas is commencing a suit against Joseph Caldwell for slander and wants to engage Doddridge.","Wants to see agreement between Woods et al and Stephen R. Wilson administrator \u0026 Joseph Spencer. Asks Woods to send copy.","Trying to settle a note. Will W. Man? wants to have a job to clean land and a place to live.","Does not wish to sell his land.","Unable to find anyone to rent Woods' place.","Offers to sell his land to Woods.","His friends have announced him for the Senate. Gives family news.","Disturbed over the lawsuit between Thomas Woods and J. Caldwell. Gives legal advice concerning a dispute between Woods and the Chapline family over William Croghan's land. Knows Woods will consult with Philip Doodridge. Pindall wishes to decline in favoring Thomas Wilson at next Congressional election.","Declines buying disputed land from Croghan because Chapline's have sold to a ? McCaine. Includes Woods copy.","Asks Woods to forward his memorial to the Postmaster General via Benjamin Ruggles to counter one being sent around for ? Yarnall.","Has presented memorial of Richard McClure to Postmaster General. Bill has passed Congress giving further time to purchasers of public lands to make the last payment. Thinks bill passed by Senate changing the land system will pass House of Representatives. Does not think bill to extend road through Ohio will pass.","Dispute over who is to rent Woods' land.","Has conferred with Pindall. McClure will be kept as postmaster unless a distributing office is set up at Wheeling. Did not address Postmaster-General.","Willson does not think his chances of election to Congress are very good.","Wants to exchange land 3 1/4 miles above Middlebourne with Woods.","To dine with Josias Thompson and his wife, Tridelphia.","Scope and Contents For Kirney to lease a house and garden in Wheeling, West Virginia","Wants to know if Woods will buy iron or castings? from him.","That his Uncle Archibald Woods has nothing to do with the breaking off of a marriage proposal between him and E. Cross.","Reports his version of a conversation between himself and James Spriggs concerning the marriage not taking place between E. Cross and Andrew Woods, Jr. Includes Autograph Note Signed, of Joseph Wilson, n.p. to Archibald Woods, n.p. Statement of Joseph Wilson as a witness to a conversation between Steenrod and Spriggs.","Denies allegations made by Armstrong about Woods' role in preventing marriage between Andrew Woods and E. Cross.","Surprised that Mr. Sprigg should bring him in as author of a report concerning Woods' connection with the breakup of a proposed marriage between Andrew Woods, Jr. and E. Cross.","Woods would like to serve as one of the commissioners to locate the National Road from Wheeling to the Mississippi.","Wants to obtain a statement from ? Washington about Woods' appointment as a commissioner of the National Road.","Has written to President to try to get Woods' appointed a commissioner for the National Road.","Report on the progress of a house Coll is building for Woods.","Scope and Contents Defends himself against accusations by Woods that Coll has wasted boards.","Unable to send deed.","Sends account for education of Miss E. Woods and Miss Wilson.","Unable to pay note due to Woods. Offers alternatives.","Sends deed by ? Drury whom he introduces to Woods. Asks that the $800 for the land be given to Drury.","Asks Woods to pay his bill for the National Intelligencer.","Unable to pay money he owes Woods. Has let ? Bishop go into a house owned by Woods.","James Pindall has resigned his seat in Congress. Wilson discusses those vying to succeed him.","Tries to arrange for two slaves to be sold together.","Analyzes political race to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","Scope and Contents Outlines legal issues over title to Croghan's land. Woods is unable to pay cash. Offers slave and flour. People in Ohio are protecting runaway slaves. The slave he offers in exchange for land he fears will run away to Ohio.","? Zane needs to exert himself more to be elected to Congress.","Unable to raise money.","Wants to borrow money from Woods if Woods will hire out the money he has a judgment for.","Asks Beacher, a lawyer, to collect money for him.","Tells of families and rentals in Woodsfield.","Jackson got a majority of votes in Monongalia County to succeed James Pinball in Congress.","Discusses money owed to Woods by Anthony Weaver.","Will accept slave for land, but not flour.","Discusses election to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","For Woods to act as proxy in election of directors for Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns appointment of directors to Northwest Bank of Virginia.","Concerns the nomination of directors to Northwest bank of Virginia.","Want to continue using Woods' house as a school.","Wants Woods to offer his George Paull land to Daniel Steenrod.","Discusses running a property line.","Discusses survey of land.","Thomas Wilson thinks Woods probably should sue John? Wilson. No opinion of Spencer case yet. Wants to marry Woods' daughter, Mary, who is his first concern. Discusses Congressional prospects.","Explains his delay because of stage accident.","Asks questions about her husband's land.","William Chapline, Jr., ? Yarnal and Woods are appointed directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia. Does not think Zane will be elected to Congress.","Has received a counterfeit bill from Woods.","Lists directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia Three new counties passed House of Delegates. Does not think legislature will act on re-apportionment.","Sends patent from Land Office. Thinks law will pass granting relief to purchasers of public land. Three members of Congress have died.","Attempts to collect money owed to Northwest Bank of Virginia? Includes Joseph Woods, Nashville, Tenn., to uncle Archibald Woods. Has moved to farm and bill outside of Nashville.","Recollections on appointments of Directors of Northwest Bank. Election of two persons to Council.","Wants to buy land from Woods to settle a dispute.","Concerns a report of debits and credits between Moses Shepherd and U.S. in regard to building the National Road.","First story of Woods' home is finished. Wants to put a shop on Woods' lot.","Hopes to have cases tried for lands on Middle Island. Needs surveys made.","Thomas Wilson will run for Congress against the Harrison County Candidate, E. B. Jackson.","Pleased Woods has given him permission to gain Woods' daughter, Mary's affections. Does not want to elect E. B. Jackson unopposed. Analyzes his father's (Thomas Wilson) chances.","Letter of recommendation for Sommerville \u0026 Moore who wish to borrow money from North West Bank of Virginia.","Asks Woods to be a character witness at his father's trial.","Needs to have special bail entered. Asks it a freeholder in Virginia can be sued although a resident out of the state. Asks that bonds be sent over by Thomas Woods.","Politeness of Mr. Henry Clay. Secretary of Treasury will decide how Moses Shepherd' accounts with U.S. (concerning the National Road) should be settled. \"Mr. Clay has given some assistance.\"","Request for cornmeal.","Has been informed that Woods is going to Indiana. Asks him to look into a land dispute for him.","Sends an account to Woods and asks for money.","For Woods to lease to Cole a tavern, farm, and ferries at mouth of Captina Creek.","Needs Woods to tend to collecting money for him.","Woods gives his philosophy of buying land and gives terms for an exchange of land with Smith.","Scope and Contents Gives excuses for not paying money owed to Woods and his prospects for paying it.","Hanes makes offer to work off debt owed to Woods by making brick.","Smith makes his offer to exchange land.","Presents an offer to settle money owed to Woods by John Stipp.","Thomas Wilson has lost election to Congress. Wilson's law practice has doubled due to the death of ? McGee, Woods' daughter, Mary, has agreed to marry Wilson.","Needs Davis to close contract on land.","Offers to sell his house, lot and farm to Woods.","Scope and Contents ? Buchanan is waiting Woods' reply about selling land.","Has examined land records concerning heirs of Moses Chapline.","Charles White has written to Raccoon Mills to pay taxes on Woods' land. Asks Woods to pay amount due to John White.","If Good will hire his bellows out to Joseph Handlon, Woods will see they are taken care of. Includes, document of Joseph Handlon (witnessed by Andrew Donaldson) acknowledging receipt of the bellows.","Needs a reply from Woods.","Col. Berkshire will write Woods. Wilson describes the house Berkshire has for sale in Morgantown and other houses available in the town.","Has collected money owed to Woods by Asher Jones.","Gives Woods legal advice on a landlord collecting from a tenant.","Asks Woods for patents to land. Woods has had money for the land for 25 years.","Does not think house will suit the land or her business. Commission wants to tear it down. Mrs. Jackson has quit housekeeping.","Scope and Contents Concerns a dispute between Woods and Shepherd over Woods asking for security for a loan. Woods rehearses various incidents involving the building of the National Road. Includes draft of of Archibald Woods to Moses Shepherd, 1821 September 24, concerning a dispute between Woods and Shepherd.","Scope and Contents Suggestions about a possible suit against ? Booth. Wilson wedding with Woods' daughter, Mary, is set for December 6. N. Evans can not yet tell if he will sell house. ? Stealey may be interested in exchanging property with Woods. Stealey's landed property is bound so he cannot sell or exchange it. Eugenuis M. Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia, to Anne (Poage) Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia. Knows she will miss her daughter, but hope she will not delay the wedding.","Agrees with Woods that honest, independent men should be appointed to Board of Directors of North West bank of Wheeling.","Deliver pork to Jasper Mallory.","Has paid taxes for Woods.","Wants to settle in Indiana and found a newspaper. Needs information from Woods on likely places to settle.","Wants to buy a house and lot from Woods.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods' help in settling accounts with Moses Shepherd concerning the building of the National Road.","Scope and Contents Thinks they need to obtain advice of Philip Doddridge.","Archibald Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnall have been continued as directors in Northwest Bank of Virginia Board of Public Works are determined to coerce payment of state dividend due from North West Bank.","Discusses trip and social events in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Congress has asked for commissioners to file report in Moses Shepherd business (Shepherd's accounts with the U.S. in the building of the National Road.)","Is enjoying life in the country. Gives disadvantages of Wheeling over Pittsburgh for trade. Involved in building the steamboat, \"Nashville of Tennessee.\" Still owes debts in Kentucky of $2l,4000. Gives news of Woods family in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia.","Wants to rent for only one year.","Scope and Contents Outlines a dispute with Isaac Jones.","Has received Woods' letter and expects to agree to the propositions.","Discusses terms of a land deal.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to give bearer, J. P. Seaman, two barrels of flour. Will be credited to Woods' subscription to the Presbyterian meetinghouse.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Statement requested by John Nichols of what Samuels \u0026 Burckhaud had said respecting yours \u0026 his business.","Wells gives his statement concerning business between John Nichols and Woods.","Does not think John Wilson will bring suit. Needs copies of agreement regarding the compromise of a lawsuit.","Declines complying with Spencer's request.","Scope and Contents Rehearses his dispute with Isaac Jones.","Would like to live on Woods' land another year.","Housing alternatives in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Has moved into house formerly occupied by Widow Jackson. Has gone in partnership with ? Gray in the tavern.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to get paints?","Corn is put up. Other farm business is tended to. Asks if Franklin Woods is going down the river.","How and when money for public land is due.","Notifies Woods his house must be moved.","Surprised Woods will not advance liquor for the tavern Coll and Gray want to establish in a building by Woods.","Bill for two land suits he is handling for Woods have not been paid.","Asks if a suit should be brought.","Asking for liquor for his tavern.","Scope and Contents His conveyance of land to Woods omits lifting an obligation to ? Cole. Cannot meet a proposal of Woods concerning flour and whiskey.","Misunderstood agreement with Woods.","Scope and Contents Recollection of a settlement of lawsuits against ? Nichols.","Asks Woods to survey some land.","Scope and Contents Register of the land Office, Marietta, Ohio. Asks Woods to send patent for land. Asks about a forthcoming sale.","Scope and Contents Request to let William Clark have two barrels of flour out of Woods' subscription to the meeting house.","Scope and Contents Encloses receipt for James Pindall's fees. Wilson's suit against Booth will be lengthy. Still finishing his house. Philip Doddridge is candidate for Congress. Extreme politeness shown Wilson family by Edward Brake ? Jackson.","Scope and Contents As executor of Jeremiah? Hunt, he cannot exchange his brother's land, but can sell it.","Does not wish to buy Woods' house.","Wants use of a lot.","Scope and Contents Thinks ? Meadows will buy land, if not, ? Buchanan will. Gives report on crops and prices. Describes hailstorm with stones measuring fourteen inches in circumference.","Will set out for Indiana. James Paull has a bond on agents of the Penetentiary at Frankfort.","Offers to divide and sell brother's estate's land.","Estimates cost of thirteen hundred dollars to build a house for Woods.","Eugenius has had fever. House is not finished yet.","On his way to New Orleans. Gives prices.","Has given information to ? Chesbrough. Recommends Chesbrough as a tenant.","Sold Woods' land to James Buckhanon. Gives news of his family.","Wants to know if Woods would exchange land in Ohio, for land in Indiana for Bowland's brother, Matthew.","Concerns property lines and rye.","Appreciates Woods' offer regarding his house in Wheeling, but his wife is unwilling to reenter tavernkeeping.","Scope and Contents Saying that he shipped himself on board the brig \"Harriot\" for Baltimore with paid passage \u0026 thirteen hundred \u0026 thirty dollars.","Illness of everyone, Wants more land.","Cannot keep tavern because wife is ill. Recommends John Isett.","Would like to visit the next day.","Brother Robert Poage got ankle dislocated. Has not heard anything respecting Mr. Jening's recent receipt?","Concerns a legal dispute. Will come in about October 5 or 6. concerns other collections.","Will write a lawyer he knows in Kentucky to get information for Woods.","Scope and Contents Describes death of Franklin Woods on board brig \"Harriott\". Woods' money, watch, and trunk are in possession of Capt. Diamond in Baltimore.","Concerns taking of depositions of Philip Doddridge, Thomas Wilson and ? Hammond. \"I am of your opinion that the cause ought to be tried while Judge Tucker is on the Bench. I like his bold strait-forward way of getting at justice.\" Thomas Wilson's health is not good. His wife and child went out in carriage.","Encloses a short address and petition relative to removal of the Seat of Government.","Supervision of cleaning out of street. Expresses sympathy in loss of Woods' son.","Asks Woods for a description of his house in Wheeling.","Judgment has been obtained in case of Paul's assignee v. Boothe. Mary is in as good health as could be expected from her \"delicate situation.\" Does not think he will move to Wheeling.","Gives legal advice from ? Hammond concerning the building of a house.","Has discussed deal with ? Minor. Coll will take the bargain under certain arrangements.","Asks Woods to deliver to Woods, Paull \u0026 Co. the bonds of Joseph Vanmeter as security.","Recounts death of Franklin Woods. Gives statement of Barr Wilson in lawsuit of Wilson against Daniel Booth.","Goes over his side of an argument with Shepherd apparently concerning Shepherd's business with the North West Bank.","Will take Woods' property if Woods will put house in order.","Has tended to paying Croghan's land taxes. Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Recommends ? Gray.","Scope and Contents James Pleasants elected governor. William Brown of Williamsburg was elected chancellor of Fredericksburg or Williamsburg District. Mentions possibility of removal of seat of justice in Ohio County, Virginia","Bill appointing commissioners to locate seat of justice in Ohio County was rejected by committee]. Bill passed House of Delegates ratifying the convention entered into by Henry Clay and Benjamin Watkins Leigh. Discusses re-apportionment.","Scope and Contents Outlines debate over moving seat of justice in Ohio County, West Virginia \"Doddridge conducts himself well and is decidedly the ablest man in the House.\"","Has received letters \"giving the sad tidings of your sons deaths, both of them esteemed by us all....\" Lists his selections of public lands. Excuses why he has not been to White River. Has built four cabins. Gives crop prices.","Declines making a contract for a house belonging to Swearinger and gives reasons.","Scope and Contents \" I am very much so feeble as much as possible to be out of be \u0026 troubled with doleful low spirits. The Lord knows I have not had much in a married life but what has been pain to body and mind;\" Grieves for brother. Writes about her son, Alfred.","Asks that Silvia (a slave) be sent to her.","Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Encloses form of deed and an opinion. Has referred matter of slave, Sylvia or Silvia, to Mary, but is fearful that if Woods can not manage her, he will be unable to. Pleased to send Washington Wilson? to Philadelphia for glasses. Discusses benefits sight will provide.","Excuse for not getting brick for Woods.","Is writing for John Stipp to ask Woods to stay execution for money owed Woods.","Asks Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Asks for receipt and that Paull would try to get Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Request for corn and straw.","Asking them to hurry to complete a house they are building for him to minimize fire hazard.","Request for flour and bran.","Scope and Contents His wife, Mary, is in excellent health. Includes, Autograph Letter Signed, of Mary (Woods) Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods Gives news of family.","Sends form of a deed. Has asked Alpheus Wilson to decide to go to Wheeling or stay in Morgantown. If he stays, Eugenius Wilson will go to Wheeling.","Thinks he can collect money from McLean \u0026 Guard.","Urges him to finish house.","Asks Woods to have his lot for a house surveyed.","Explains delay in settling debt of James Okey to Woods.","Announces birth of a daughter.","Lists quarters of public lands. Asks that deeds for certain lands be sent.","Lists two questions about the Cumberland Road and asks Doddridge to respond so people can decide whether or not to vote for him for Congress. Includes Doddridge responding to Woods' questions.","Asks information about land on Fishing Creek.","Needs to go to Washington, D.C. to save himself for an endorsement in the North West Bank.","Describes how she feel after her daughter is one month old. Has no one with her except a black woman named Dark? Would rather Silvia not come.","Discussing possibility of lawsuit between Noah Zane and Woods.","Unable to comply with summons.","Request for flour.","Is trying to sell his farm.","Flour from Woods' mill is too dark. Asks to buy some more.","Offers deal to Woods to lease land with option to buy.","Describes the activities of the household. Plans trip. Mentions slave, Dark.","Description of Indiana and Indianapolis, in particular.","Wants to buy a lot.","Family news.","Wants to move West, but needs Woods' advice on where to settle. Eugenius ill with bllious fever. Lists candidates for Congress, including Philip Doddridge.","Reports on Edgar C. Wilson's trip to Indiana. Alpheus has not yet decided about moving. A lawsuit in Clarksburg has been continued. Gives Chancellor's reasons and states that North West Bank needs to answer.","Request for money. Brother is dying.","A man has applied for a lease of Woods' land to make saltpetre.","Asks for a legal opinion concerning one of the North West Bank of Virginia directors Moses H. Shepherd owing money to the Bank.","Asks Woods about land in Tyler County.","Describes Indiana and his circumstances living in Indianapolis.","Cannot get his money from Moses Shepherd for building a bridge on the National Road.","Sends five dollars although he doesn't think he owes Burns.","Describes court system in Indiana. Complains about its Constitution and laws. Death of Mrs. Eli Stealey. Col. Paxton who owes money to Thomas Wilson lives there. Mentions Jacob Wetzel?","Does not want to go back to Captina. Has hogs ready to drive.","Concerns an injunction gotten by ? Booth.","Needs answers of Benjamin W. Wilson, George Paull and Archibald Woods to an injunction obtained by Booth. Bears notes by Archibald Woods.","Leaves a contract for land up to Woods.","Requests $13 on Archibald Woods' account.","Bill for the National Intelligencer.","Wants Woods to stop a survey being entered by Neil Gunn.","Interested in land owned by Woods on Middle Island.","Serving as deputy clerk. \"A good many Indians allways about Fort Harrison...they are quite peacable however I was under the necessity of giving a Potawatomy a flogging a few days ago for his impudence.\" Has a full set of surveying instruments. Has written Thomas Woods about his land. Is guardian of 12 year old boy.","Concerns taking of depositions in lawsuit involving ? Wilson.","Does not think anything should be done regarding threat against North West Bank of Virginia until director carries out threat.","Director who owes money to bank has hired able lawyers including Philip Dod]ridge.Should bank settle debt by accepting stock at par?","Unable to travel to Clarksburg as witness in U. States v. Salathial Curtis. Asks to be excused.","Injunction of Booth v. Paull was dissolved as to all except $350. Case of Caruthers against North West Bank of Virginia was decided in favor of bank. Case of Poage against Thomas Wilson decided for Wilson. People in Clarksburg want to effect a reorganization of judicial districts.","Wants to buy clay from Woods' swamp.","Dispute over security for rent.","Describes situation of lawyers in Indianapolis.","Has a man, William Drenninger,who wishes to lease Woods' property.","Asks him to send patents and to speak to governor about money owed to North West Bank of Virginia by Moses H. Shepherd. Asks him to see if land in Tyler County was sold for taxes.","Lists taxes owed on land in Tyler County.","Unable to see him. Ash can rely on Woods' doing what he said he would.","Jacob Ash cannot pay for land on Middle Island. Carothers would like to buy on same terms.","Will accept slave in trade for Hog Run land.","Scope and Contents Read letter to Barr who is interested in land if he can sell his. Finch is not interested in proposal made to him by Woods as it stands.","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Governor will not express an opinion on money Moses Shepherd owes to North West Bank. Directors will be appointed next week. Willson does not wish to run again for General Assembly.","Has begun suit against Booth. Elated at prospect of armory being fixed at Jackson's Forge on Cheat Mt. six miles from town. \"If we get the Armory-then the canal will come near that-and what a space does that open for building castles in the air!\"","Is enclosing copies of patents. Elkins' patent cannot be found. Old directors of North West Bank re-appointed. Discusses several bills concerning the Bank and taxation. Friends of William Crawford are in favor of Congressional caucus.","Prefers Leffler for Senate over Morgan. Thinks Morgan's name and residence will give him a large majority in this County over Leffler, Edgington or McCloy. Asks Woods to send circumstances of lawsuit involving land purchased from William Croghan. If he runs for General Assembly would have to give up office he holds, would lose business while in Richmond and could not save money \"if a man mingles with the first ranks of Society \u0026 lives with the most influential members which I should certainly do in order to give myself standing which would enable me to be useful to my constituents.\" Attempting to contract for books in Baltimore. \"Stephen does tolerably well after having rec'd several whippings.\" Does not think Armory will be located yet.","Continues in readiness and waits for Woods to come.","General assembly business. Richmond Junto is for Crawford, Clay next.","North American Insurance Companywill insure Woods' house. Presents terms.","Bill to amend charter of Northwestern Bank was rejected in Committee. Majority for Crawford. Clay stands next to Crawford. Morgan is candidate for the Senate. Expect to elect Charles F. Mercer a brigadier general. Bill for additional appropriation to the University of Virginia has many enemies.","Has toured various countries. Describes Weston. Thinks Philip Doddridge will have a better chance for election this election.","Applies to Graham for redress because Joseph Woods would not sell land.","Describes her household.","Needs information on whether to bid against Clarke for land.","Cannot find patents to land on Hog Run.","Wants to buy land.","Has not find papers for Hog Island land. Has no objection to suit being instituted in his name.","\"The presidential quesion is slumbering \u0026 the cause of the Greeks is occupying its place.\" Against the state borrowing money to improve James and Potomac Rivers.","Is enclosing a legal opinion. Gives advice on suit in Croghan's name. Also legal questions regarding suit against Booth. Joseph T. Daugherty will run for General Assembly.","Has settled Woods' delinquent land tax.","Alterations made in judiciary system. Presidential politics in Indiana.","Sale of house, lot and tannery of James Okey, deceased.","Has leased Woods' land and would like to buy it. Makes offer.","Terms for leasing land from Woods.","Misunderstanding over Conner working for Woods the previous fall.","Includes draft of Archibald Woods to ? Rapp.","Cites laws pertaining to military land warrants. \"My greatest anxiety at this time is to get a library.\"","Purchased 27 acres on hill north of town.","William Deringer has agreed to lease part of Woods' quarter. Questions about location of water.","Hunt is ready to sell land and can make a good title.","Arrangements to obtain slave Woods is trading for land.","Detained by lowness of river.","Norval Wilson?. Has a fine girl. Ready to change her name. Is giving ? short \"soft looks.\" Gives other family news.","All fractions and part of fractions of land will be offered at remaining sales in half quarters.","For 16,4000 acres in Tyler County. Bears affidavits by A. S. Brickhead. Copy made by D. Hickman.","Is not interested in selling land and buying any of Hunt. Concerned about healthiness of the land. Describes number of game killed. Describes his property. Expects Wetsel? to go with him to look for a lead mine the Indians have told him of.","May expect him within two weeks.","Informs Rapp of a mistake in quantity of land.","Could not send money by John Owens because he does not get along. \"...Mrs. Bowland has not spoke to her father, nor uncle since the time of her marriage.\" Will send money by Edgar Campbell Wilson.\"I am about to open a house of entertainment in this place.\"","Unwilling to compel slave to leave Woods that was to be exchanged for land. Send $400 instead.","\"...I send Hazel and have no doubt he will please you. As he has not seen you, I have had to promise that if he is not pleased with his situation I will replace him...\"","Cannot meet with Woods about land deal.","Has purchased land at Woods' request.","Wants to buy a fractional part of a quarter of public land.","Asks Skinner to convey a letter and money to Joseph Hood for public land.","Speculates on a trip. Slave, Darky, is ill. Children, Ann and Steve, always get into mischief. Washington started yesterday to Canonsburgh to college. Neighbor, Mrs. Dougherty is dying of consumption.","Asks payment of fees for legal services rendered in Paull v. Daniel Booth.","Defends himself from Woods' remarks concerning the painting of a fence by his son and other remarks.","Tried to carry out Woods instructions in regard to the purchase of a fraction of public land but was unable to because of rules cited by Joseph Woods, Register of Land Office and by the Receiver.","Crops, hunting.","Offers slave for sale.","Concerns vines.","Wants to buy land from Hunt.","Will forward deed to Woods when he picks it up in Louisville. Would like to see slave \u0026 reconcile him to accompany him to Kentucky, \"for I assure you, I can not resort to force to induce it... I could not think of having him delivered to me at this place, or of his remaining here any time, the best of servants would get spoiled in this place directly.\"","Chancellor's opinion is that redress should be sought on covenant of warranty which rests in the heirs, not the administrator.\"","Bank is not selling drafts until September.","Is suspending the issuing of a patent until after next Congress.","Woods' land at Woodsfield do not live up to his expectations. Would like list of Indiana lands.","Description of journey from Wheeling to Morgantown. Daniel Booth and John Wilson have been committed to jail by marshals.","Cannot find record that Woods paid taxes. Needs to pay to keep land for being sold. Includes Benjamin W. Wilson, to Archibald Woods, asking Woods for money and informing him he could not get oxen.","Desires to buy land.","Apologizes for sending deed after Woods declined to purchase the land. Still would like to sell it.","To sell 300 acres of land to Andrew Ragu, Drury Baker and George Baker.","Daniel Booth and Juno Wilson were bonded out of jail and broke the bond. General Booth was security and now is bound for whole debt. Family news. Edgar has given up intention of returning to Indiana.","Will bring cattle the following week.","Needs depositions from Woods for Chapline's lawsuit in which Woods will be cross examined.","Illness in neighborhood. Is thinking of leaving. Asks about land owned by Woods.","Will transfer land when requested.","Will be at Woodsfield, 1824 October 11. Offers tanyard.","Makes offer for lots.","Makes offer for lots.","Family news.","Asks Woods to endorse for $500.","Asks for specifics of land offer.","Wishes to buy lot in Woodsfield. Includes, Note of memorandum by Woods of an offer to Miller, 1824 October 30.","Asks for more information for Chapline's lawsuit.","Unable to attend court in case of U.S. v. Salathiel Curtis.","Unable to pay for lot. Lists different alternatives.","Legal advice pertaining to Woods v. John and Stephen R. Wilson and the land claimed by William Croghan, Jr. and the Chaplines.","Concerns bill for Ohio Company presented to bank that should be paid if Thomas Wilson says it should be paid. Includes document of Thomas Wilson,stating that he did not handle the suit, but James McGee did. Tells what he knows.","Edgar has gone to Mason County, Virginia. Alpheus does not like living in Pennsylvania. Nancy (Wilson) Crawford died in June, leaving three month old child.","To build a log cabin. Gives specifications.","Has not been paid by Moses Chapline.","Wants more information about tending mill for Woods.","Needs answer to Archibald Woods' question. Includes Israel to Sehon undated, stating he has already responded to Woods. 1 page.","Immediately sent Woods' letter down to Jacob Israel.","Makes an offer for property.","Wants to lease land from Woods.","Thinks bill for Moses H. Shepherd and his account with the National Road] will pass both houses in Congress. Vote for President and Vice President will be held that day. Bill has passes House for continuation of Cumberland Road.","Scope and Contents Heard of opposition in Ohio County to Philip Doddridge. Doddridge is favorite of Monongalia. \"The people here appear to be weary and ashamed of such a feeble, inefficient cypher as our present representative.\" Interest in Union canal.","Mrs. McLeery's house and lots are for sale. She is interested in living there. \"you mentioned in your last letter you would like to sell Sye and his wife to some person here. I don't know any person here that is able to unless Alpheus would. When he moved to Pennsylvania he set his free and now he is coming to Virginia he will want them.\" Alpheus' wife has another daughter.","Since Cumberland Road continuation is settled, district will no longer be divided. Asks that Woods bring correspondence between E. W. Wells and ? Morgan to the election. \"I have a strong personal desire to be elected at this time. I feel that I have almost subdued a habit which has long held me depressed. A change of circumstances would assist me with a powerful moral force.\"","Pays debt to bank. Asks to borrow more money.","Wants to know it he will lease for another year.","Deposit in Bank of Indiana for money owed to Woods by John and Joseph Smith.","Thanks Woods for 10 volumes of state papers. \"Mary is in no conditon to travel....\" Received $200 for Booth money in PaullV. Booth.Would like History of the Council of Trentfrom Woods' library. Doddridge is campaigning well. Hopes for canal.","Dispute over hogs.","Concerns rye.","Legal opinion concerning judgment of Ohio Company against Edward and Jonathan Jackson.","Upset that Joseph Johnson will be elected. Has not heard who is appointed judge in place of ? Jackson.","Received Woods' agreement in case of Woods et al. v. Wilson. Woods can take Charles Hammond's deposition in Cincinnati. Questions to ask.","Concerns parts for a repair?","Will pay him as soon as he can. Cannot find purchaser. If bad health this season, he will leave.","Asking Shepherd to pay debt owed to Franklin Woods.","Authorizes Caldwell to execute deed of trust in debt owed to Franklin Woods by Moses Shepherd.","Sends oxen to be sold. Deletes land deal between ? Clarke and ? Martin.","Concerns taking of Hammond's deposition in Wilsonv. Woods.Thinks Woods or someone should \"attend for Doddridge may be absent-may be drunk....\" Does not trust Doddridge because he is employed by Spencer if Wilson wins lawsuit. Mentions canal. Family news.","Asks questions regarding notices on the taking of depositions in Wilson v. Woods. Includes Archibald Woods to Eugenius M. Wilson. Concern Wilson v. Wood.","Will keep the oxen.","Purchased a pair of bears? Will not again be a candidate unless that should entirely consist with the views of E. M. Wilson and Thomas Hayward.","Ready to do millwright work.","Needs to know time he is to give deposition in Wilson v. Woods. Needs note in North West Bank of Virginia continued.","Failed to get Hammond's deposition because no hour specified in the notice. Thomas Wilson has dropsy. His best \"negro man, George, whether from some physical disease or from grief...of his master's death...suddenly went mad...got into the river and was drowned.\"","Woods' lands near Salt Creek will be valuable because of salt.","Thanks Woods for catching his mare.","(Apparently has been elected to a church conference?) of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Family news, including wife's approaching confinement and father's (Thomas Wilson) health.","Family news including her approaching confinement, health of her father-in-law (Thomas Wilson). Husband, Eugenius, has been elected to convention at Staunton.","Asks Woods' help with note to be put in North Western Bank.","Mary had girl. Sick afterwards. Treatments described.","Unhappy over route through his land. Also not pleased with goods sent by Mallory.","Depositions have been taken in Wilson v. Woods.","For 1180 acres in Belmont County, Ohio. Bears affidavit of Samuel Fitch and recorded by William Paris, Jr.","Needs $300 to be given to Knox \u0026 McGee.","Unable to obtain Philip Doddridge's deposition. Left him drunk at Staunton. Legal advice to Woods. Family news.","Ill-health of Mary (Woods) Wilson. Baby is named Frances. Prospective trips.","Needs to depend upon having Woods' place to rent.","Archibald Woods to ? defending himself from charge he induced Knox \u0026 McKee to not honor recipients drafts.","Will not attend examination because son, William, has nothing memorized to deliver. Asks why. Includes Archibald Woods, to Jasper Mallory, concerning money owed by Mallory to Woods.","Emily would like to go to school in Baltimore.","Scope and Contents Wilson v. Woods was not tried. \"Negro woman and three children\" belonging to estate he was administering ran away. He may be liable. \"The negros are leaving this County by whole families and very few retaken. I look for Darky to go next and I shall not much regret it for although she is a good house servant yet I cannot (unless I lock her up every night) prevent her from getting into bad company, and she has now become almost a common strumpet--a being that I loathe to look upon.\" has not received money in Paull v. Booth.","Needs to know what arrangement is to be made for Moses H. Shepherd to pay debt.","Woods' son-in-law, C. D. Knox has left word regarding Tavern. Asks Woods to send terms.","Concerned over a director owing bank money.","Describes his tavern in Wheeling and its location.","Family news from Augusta County, Virginia. Eugenius Wilson is unpopular because perceived as spearheading prosecution against two members of General Assembly, Edward Watts and Francis Billingsley for bribery. Mentions effect of death of James Pindall.","Suit has been instituted in Superior Court of Law against ? Childers?","Concerns about lawsuit which charges a title to land Woods is involved in is vague. Asks for patents and information.","Redeems watch. Asks Woods to come survey land.","Asks if a position is available at Knox \u0026 McKee for Washington Wilson. Death of Thomas Wilson.","Washington Wilson declines position with Knox \u0026 McGee and has accepted one elsewhere. Death of Thomas Wilson and death of Sarah Woods.","Suggests Woods come to next Court when Court House will be discussed.","Pork is rejected by Navy inspectors. Settled business with Moses H. Shepherd who will dismiss lawsuits.","Political prospects for Congress. News of Morgantown. Summarizes letter from a runaway slave.","Progress of lawsuit in Wilson v. Woods.","Unable to pay money owed to Woods.","Chancellor Tucker has rendered decision. Wilson v. Woods must be decided by jury. Doddridges' arguments good. Received Booth money.","Outlines political strategy to convince Haymond not to run for Congress.","Roadmakers are ready to cut drain through Woods' field.","Predicts results in congressional race. Brother Norval Wilson married to ? Howland.","Unable to pay money.","Order for flour.","Builders of National Road have let water onto his garden.","Recommends ? Kennon to purchase land.","Has checked lawsuits of Kershner v. England, Morris, Woods \u0026 Caldwell.","Would like to be appointed superintendent of road.","Inquires about land his deceased father owned in Ohio County. If Woods never collected money for A. Hamilton, he won't from his estate which will be insolvent. McClandhan's mother died 1824 May.","William Brookover would like to rent land from Woods.","Darky, slave, has tried to run away twice. Is being returned to Woods family.","Concerned over money owed Northwestern Bank by a director. Recommends three names to be appointed as director.","Suggests Woods direct finishing of his warehouse.","Transmits money owed to Woods by ? Maxwell.","Compromise proposed in Wilson v. Woods. Cresap v. Chapline's heirs was decided in favor of Cresap. Has sold Darky to man in Harrison County for $300.","Thinks Doddridge will stand better chance of winning than Leffler for Congress.","Concerns appointment of Woods as a director of Northwestern Bank.","Concerns Wilson v. Woods, Woods v. Booth, and Woods' place as director of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Will defend three directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against being surplanted.","Concerns Emily Knox's dissatisfaction with her school in Baltimore.","Does not recommend compromise in Wilson v. Woods. Problem with directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia T. P. Ray and Alpheus P. Wilson will attend canal convention before going to Richmond. Does not trust Thomas S. Haymond. Passes on name of George Kyger for tavern. Wilson will act as clerk in T. P. Ray's absence.","Maxwell expects to pay money owed to Woods.","Moses Shepherd wants to meet with Woods.","Defends Henry St. George Tucker from charge of being an agent of John R. Wilson (charges perhaps levied by Philip Doddridge).","Notifies Ruggles that there is already a post office named Captina Creek in Belmont County, Ohio so suggests another name.","Family news.","Travel in Missouri in winter.","Making arrangements to pay note. Candidate for next Congress. Hopes Woods will not move against Middle Island Company.","Need postal route on west side of Ohio River. Asks Woods' advice.","Satisfied with how situation regarding indebtedness of directors of Northwester Bank of Virginia has turned out. Yarnall, Sprigg and Shepherd together owe about $70,000. Sprigg and Shepherd re-elected. Quotes Woods' misgivings about Henry St. George Tucker. Should resist any change in venue in Woods v. Wilson.","Advice on a postal route west of Ohio River.","Route has been established to serve Captina Point (now Powhatan Point).","Has horse for sale.","No reply to previous letter. Will call on Woods to take deposition concerning claim of Moses Shepherd for building National Road.","Sends dried peaches. Does not want to rent Woods' place when lease expires.","Major Smith intends to become a tenant under Woods.","Post route has been established including Woodsfield.","Advice in Wilson v. Woods. Family news including the education of an orphan child.","Damage done to Woods' land by a tenant. Suggests a ? Davis to make 100,000 brick.","Will take along with James Smith the store and warehouse.","Will pay bills for daughter, Emily, and make arrangements for her trip home.","Does not consider land cleared properly by Miller.","Wants to buy wood from Woods.","Has sold tanyard--asks Woods or George Paull to make out deed to William Craig, the purchaser. Business is stirring at Woodsfield.","Concerns land claimed by James McHenry. Gives information concerning McHenry's family. Probably concerns Wilson v. Woods.","Asks Woods to call on him at his office.","Concerns money owed by ? Maxwell.","Woods v. Boothe. Has settled with Mrs. Pindall. Woods v. Wilson did not gain a change of venue and Henry St. George Tucker's opinion.","Asks about note for money owed by ? Smith.","Inability to pay money owed to Woods.","Will tend to collecting money for Woods.","Bad health of Robert Woods. Gives news of extended family. Wants flour sent to him on a regular basis.","Family news.","Sends eight dollars.","Agrees to buy land.","Has deposited $1520 in bank for Wilson's use. Bring deed to Philadelphia.","Shall attend a sale.","Needs to stay in Morgantown to attend to client's business. Will have subpoenas served. Thinks Doddridge should be examined as a witness.","Needs aged whiskey.","Wants to give up place. Recommends Obed Morris to have it.","Learned through Thomas S. Haymond that it is intention of Yarnal \u0026 Co. to make a violent effort to get the ascendancy in the direction of the Northwestern Bank. Has erred in recommending Zane as a director.","Unable to see John Rector.","Encloses $250 From ? Maxwell. Thinks Chancellor Tucker will refuse motion for a new trial. Jacobs and Doddridge \"argued rather feebly....I explained to the Judge all the circumstances of the trial on our journey up from Morgantown to this court.\"","Asks questions about the building of a turnpike since one has been authorized by legislature from Nashville to Columbia.","Dispute over Woods' not putting warehouse in repair and over the price of a horse.","Has gotten load and a halt of clay and has filled up holes in bank which he understands is Woods' objection to taking clay.","Disappointed at Chancellor Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods. Gives advice on next legal steps to take.","Scope and Contents Answers inquiries made by Woods in  Wilson v. Woods . Doddridge upset at remark he was unwell. Has put a piece in the paper under signature of \"concert\" supporting Adams meeting.","States condition of Northwest Bank of Virginia Recommends against appointment of Moses W. Chapline or ? Yarnall as directors.","Answering questions posed by Archibald Woods about methods and cost of building National Road. Also mentions Ohio Road and McAdams Plan of road construction. Questions in handwriting of Woods.","Asks delay in paying money.","Had anti-Jackson meeting. Ladies have formed literary society which meets in Wilson's office every Monday evening in which the Bible makes a part of their reading.","Wants to rent Woods' tavern in Wheeling.","Terms of land deal.","Must have whole record copied--not selected parts. Legal advice in Wilson v. Woods. Believes Chancellor Tucker was wrong in directing issue to be tried. Advises an appeal.","Anthony D. Clarke borrowed $5,000 from Woods secured by deed of trust for land. Asks it they have the funds.","Will give up his house in Frederick. Then will look out for a first rate hotel. Thanks Charles D. Knox for writing him about Woods' hotel in Wheeling.","Asks her father to visit. Discusses her children. Has clergyman boarding with them who will teach school.","Wants to buy land. Includes John H. Jenkins to Archibald Woods, recommending Strean?","Describes arrival of first steamboat, \"Reindeer\" at Morgantown. Court record of Wilson v. Woods will not be copied for a month because it is so large and clerk has other records to copy. Alpheus P. Wilson and T. P. Ray started to Richmond to attend Anti-Jackson Convention.","Would like to rent a house if Woods or any of his friends buys it.","Has received court record of 216 pages in Wilson v. Woods. Gives legal advice for the appeal. Morgan has declared for Senate.","Legal advice.","Send survey of 800 acre tract at Middle Island and he will make offer.","Ready to give out brickmaking contract, for courthouse in Woodsfield?","Asks Caldwell to stop cutting timber on land sold to Nathan Ilanes. Includes memorandum of letter to Governor by Woods concerning Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Does not think the bill concerning his account with the U.S. for building the National Road will be acted upon this session.","Needs to borrow money from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Asks help in getting a note discounted.","Asks if he can pay debt with steers and horses.","Sends carpet yarn to be colored and woven. Does not want a little girl to help in house. Mr. Russ (Presbyterian minister) is boarding with them.","Asks help in obtaining loan from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Sends two pigs.","Has procured two six week old pigs for Woods.","Believes Henry St. George Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods will be reversed. Chapman Johnson is tending to appeal. High spirits in Morgantown due to prospects for railroad. He and Ray are directed to invest $3200 in bank stock as executors of N. Evans.","Asks Woods' help in getting payment from Moses Shepherd for helping to build bridge as part of the National Road. Daniel Steenrod owes him.","Scope and Contents Thanks him for new saddle. Hope he will go to the Springs.","Asks Woods to advance fee.","There is a case against Dillon for $1,000 ordered by Jacobs. Clark will appeal in ejectment case.","Answers complaints about the shoeing of Woods' horse.","Hesitant to give advice in Clark lawsuit, but does so. Has applied to be Commonwealths Attorney in Brooke, Tyler and Randolph counties.","Cannot pay him yet. Since Woods is concerned with Wheeling foundry, asks for a cast screw and plate for pressing cloth at his fulling mill.","Adams has sold land in Delaware. Will pay Woods when that is settled. Sehon will pay his part even if he has to borrow.","Would like to borrow two hundred dollars from Woods.","New York is in favor of Andrew Jackson. New York \"is destined to be a Great Nation within itself.\"","Concerns Daniel Clark.","Leaving for Bedford. Did not get appointment as Commonwealth's Attorney for Brooke County or Tyler County. Still a candidate for Randolph County.","Concerns possibility of a canal. Public is losing confidence in Railroad company.","Father-in-law needs land. Send terms.","Will attend to entering land for Woods.","Clark says Woods has libeled and will not agree to terms.","Legal advice concerning injunction against Clarke.","Passes on legal advice from Genin and his advice in lawsuit against Clark.","Horatio Bakewell needs clay.","Gives his advice in lawsuit against Clarke. Thinks Woods should have compromised. Sends money for Alfred's bill.","Legal advice regarding the administration of an estate.","Interested in renting house.","Washington Wilson is seeking a new position.","Clark did not give security in lawsuit.","Clark did not give security. May compromise. Have lost member of Congress.","Interested in being miller.","Advises against lawsuit in name of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against ? Adams. Justifies Sehon's bill for copying court record. Alpheus P. Willson has son, Evans.","Scope and Contents Megurder? unwilling to give bail to close deed.","Describes stay in Pittsburgh.","Will make deed and send it. Father's health is bad.","Will lease stove and storehouses at Powhatan Point.","News of Morgantown and their mutual friends.","Has entered land for Woods.","Dispute with Jasper? Mallory.","Woods has been appointed state proxy to represent state in the North Western Bank of Virginia. General Assembly is discussing Georgia and South Carolina anti-tariff resolutions.","Has decided to marry Mrs. McFerran, sister of Stephen Clowell. Gives reasons.","Unable to pay Woods.","Pannell need to finish house he is building for Woods.","Remits money.","Legal advice in lawsuit against Clarke.","Asks for location of Woods' land near his land so he can examine it.","Concerns candidates for election to Constitutional Convention of 1829. Mentions Edgar Campbell Wilson's prospects for re-election. Is worried about financial matters. Has spent one-fourth of income on religious and charitable matters.","Would like to meet concerning mill.","Discusses his reelection campaign. Mentions newspaper. Eugenius' candidacy for Convention of 1829.","Cannot wind up business and take Woods' mill for two months. Would like to be let off contract.","Needs Woods to attend bank board meeting of Northwestern Bank of Virginia and bring Steenrod so Board can authorize Thomas Woods to release a claim.","Would like to take Woods' mill.","His candidacy for the Constitutional Convention of 1829 and his position on reform.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Thought McLure had sold his foundry.","Crippled and unable to do anything. Dispute over building a house for Woods.","Tries to settle debt.","Balance due in public land entered by Woods.","Prospects for Mallory to rent mouth of Captina.","Gives terms for selling land to Woods.","Deed needs to be re-done. Buckhannon unable to pay. Sylvanus Tarkington makes offer for land. Leffler and brother do not like the country.","Sends bank notes by Archibald Woods.","Making plans in case her husband, Eugenius, attends Constitutional Convention of 1829.","Dissatisfied with house Randolph has built.","Needs payment for land.","Dispute with ? Pollock.","Needs note discounted.","Does not know when patent will be issued on Peter Hines' land.","Needs to meet with Woods regarding the \"Captina Business.\"","Needs Woods influence with court. Will come alone because it is not safe to bring Negroes to that County.","Details of a trip to Bloomington, Ind.","Coulter quotes law on deputy clerks to show that his signature on a certificate of a deed is valid.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Asks Woods' help with debt owed by James Woods \u0026 Co.","A statement concerning money owed him by ? Booth.","Answers questions about land he sold.","Answers questions about sale of mortgaged land by Henry Smith.","Reports on value of Woods' land. Mentions grant of land for canal through the state.","Found house. Will pay Woods for pasture.","Will come to Wheeling to check on house being built for him there.","Talked to his father about mortgaged land that was sold. Promise family will pay Woods.","Sends copy of caveat.","Wants to buy town lot from Woods.","Sends Woods notice of money due.","? Thomas is interested in renting a tavern.","Concerns Silas Bowery who purchased mortgaged land from Henry Smith. Sends bill for services as a spy attested by John Brown who was a ranger at the same time.","Scope and Contents Deed between Archibald Woods and Ann Woods of the first part, John McLure and Mary McLure of the second part, James H. Forythe and Ellen Forsythe of the third part, John List and Ann List of the fourth part, and Thomas Woods and May Woods of the fifth part all of Ohio County, West Virginia] and Thomas Johnston, Israle Updegraff, John List and Ellen List of the sixth part to convey land in North Wheeling.","Wants to take house (hotel?) from Woods.","Terms for King to lease a tavern.","Will be in Wheeling to negotiate lease.","Re-assures Woods about mortgaged land.","Introduces Thomas Edmundson who is a stockholder in Franklin Turnpike Road and is inspecting U.S. Road (McAdam's Road.)","Wants to know if Woods will agree to sell his father's (E. McClanahan) land. Has nine children, all daughters. He will be sixty-one in April. Other news of his family.","Asks if John Caldwell and wife are alive.","Wants to clarify title to land transferred by Wheeling Co. to Middle Island Company. Concerned about the dower right of Mrs. John Caldwell.","Has paid Woods' taxes. Explanation concerning a lease.","Concerns orders for bricks.","Delay in readying Globe Inn. Can get present building ready.","Discusses career plans, medical school, and growth of Cincinnati.","Toll gates on U.S. Road will not pass. May get single appropriation to repair it. Mentions bridge.","Trying to collect money from James Campbell.","New building needs fireplaces and filled ice house. Wants to supervise building of kitchen.","Concerns Cumberland Road and Bridge.","Introduces ? Shaffer of Pittsburgh who is a miller.","Will comply with terms for property transfer.","Scope and Contents Uncle and Aunt Wilson have moved to Wheeling. College has between 40 and 50 students. Includes Autograph Letter Signed of H. Woods, Washington, Pa., to Archibald Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia,1831 February 6. Outlines his course of study.","Asks Woods not to proceed against land for debt owed by ? Davidson since he (James Campbell) has purchased it.","Directions for fixing up hotel.","Pleased Woods has obtained an icehouse for the hotel. Requests a storeroom.","Encloses notice of Navy Department to application. Calhoun's pamphlet is out.","Various possibilities for an election.","Promises to pay money owed to Woods.","Hand money being lent to his son","Will come to Wheeling to practice medicine within two or three months.","Army worms have destroyed grain. Smith is mad at him for reporting to Woods Smith's sale of mortgaged land.","Randolph has not given up lease.","Will pay balance on a note and will try to pay other note during next winter.","Difference of opinion concerning expiration of lease.","Believe they can effect a trade.","Reports on Woods' land.","To carry out a contract between James McHenry's representatives and a land company consisting of Robert Woods,Archibald Woods, James Caldwell, Moses Chapline and John Caidwell.","For delinquent taxes to William Puett issued by Austin M. Puett, Commissioner of Revenue for Parke County, Indiana. Includes, receipt issued to Thomas Woods for payment of taxes.","Petition concerning navigation of Captina Creek has been referred to select committee. Send remonstrance.","Has turned over petitions to committee.","On way back from Missouri. Desires to close business with father's land. Asks that it be sold. Family news.","Does not believe stock will be subscribed.","Will open books for subscription of bank stock. Citizens desirous of procuring branch of North Western Bankor Richmond banks.","Wonders if he can accept payments for bank stock in notes rather than specie. Asks when a branch can be opened.","Sale of public lands.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns deed to land sold by Eugenius Wilson who is deceased. Will do estimate of money to be collected soon. Gives Wilson's account with estate of N. Evans.","Wants to buy $500 in stock of North Western Bank under new charter if Woods thinks new stock profitable.","Asks to be released from part of terms of a lease.","Has submitted amendment to bank bill.","Will subscribe for stock for McCoy under the new charter of the Northwestern Bank of Virginia Worried about competition from possible branch of the U.S. Bank being established at Wheeling. Worried about branches of Northwestern Bank at Wellsburg and Morgantown. Lists directors.","Asks Woods to buy stock in North Western Bank for him. \"The debate still goes on with great violence and excitement on the emancipation of slavery, the opinion of the Committee will be reversed but I cannot say what will be the final result.\"","\"We have now been 14 days debating the question whether it is expedient at this time to legislate with a view to the gradual abolition of slavery...\"","Bill concerning navigations of Captina Creek has been postponed.","Paid tax on Thomas Woods' land.","350 shares have been subscribed in Wellsburg to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Report that Alpheus Wilson was drowned. Has some idea of returning from college because of ill-health.","Confirms report that Alpheus Wilson drowned.","Confirms death of Alpheus P. Wilson in Monongalia River. Suggests Hamilton return home from college if unwell. Has lost $2,000 by flooding of Ohio River.","Suspects fraud on part of Samuel H. Gutherie.","Presented resolutions adopted by directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Thinks Bank bill will pass both houses. Tariff discussion still going on. Hopes it will be put to rest by amicable adjustment.","Needs note on Northwestern Bank passed. Nothing has been heard of body of Alpheus.","Will endeavor to get a board to meet with Woods on the subject of the note.","No material change in Eugenius Wilson.","Her father received letter from Woods concerning death of his son. Family news.","Wants first refusal of Captina property.","Needs to borrow money from North Western Bank.","Wants to buy a lot.","Sympathy in death of Thomas Woods and Emily Woods.","Wants to rent Captina property.","Will raise frame of mill June 12.","Lost horse in coal pit.Visited Pittsburgh.","Questions concerning stock in Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Needs flour.","Sympathy in death of Thomas and Emily Woods. Has paid tax on Thomas' land. Indian problems.","Terms he will buy house and lot on.","Cannot find material in Eugenius Wilson's papers concerning lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns dispute over sale of lots. Offers five hundred dollars for house and lot.","Asks about money for service due (War of 1812?) Black Hawk War causing hard times.","Notice to Woods that he must fill two lots with gravel because of standing water.","Okey's brother needs $100. Thinks Gutherie will do right thing.","Settlement of a lease.","David Ramsay doesn't intend to pay back money. Mentions casualties in Black Hawk War.","Asks indulgence on debt.","Wants to meet with Woods to reach agreement on land dispute.","Defends action of the congregaton for the support of the minister.","Scope and Contents Also lists directors.","John R. Hall needs loan for $250. Can obtain if Paull or Woods endorses for him. Paull does not endorse for anyone but recommends Hall to Woods.","Disappointed Woods did not meet with him. Offers to meet again to try to settle dispute.","Sends court date. Gutherie has bought back Headley's house and lot.","Understands Woods wants to sell tavern occupied by King. Asks terms.","Wants $16,000 for Wheeling House run by King.","Has advertised Woods' land for sale. Is candidate for state senate.","Would like to buy property from Woods if Guthrie relinquishes his claim.","Will be ready to go to Indiana with Hamilton Woods.","Samuel Atkinsonhas entered security double sum of our attachment. A writ of replevin? has issued against Woods to cause attached property to be returned.","Mr. Brighem is willing to teach Ann Eliza Woods.","Declines office as bank guard.","Details captures of two persons alleged to have robbed bank in Wheeling.","Can not get an answer from Guthrie about his meeting with Woods.","Unable to obtain loan from U.S. Bank because of uncertainty of the renewal of the charter. Will try further.","Legal advice regarding dispute with Samuel H. Gutherie.","Will meet with Peck. Would like for Col. Archibald Woods to be present.","Information concerning Woods' dispute with Samuel H. Guthrie.","Judge Hallock has allowed the injunction.","Proposes a settlement.","Legal steps he has taken in Woods' dispute with Gutherie.","Discusses various candidates for Congress.","Will convey deed to Eller.","Recommends ? Whitcomb for tending to Woods' land business. News of the legislature.","Needs to settle accounts. Buchannon ought to have been sued.","Does not have legal papers. Will try to accomplish payment of notes.","? Ray will attend court to prove will of Eugenius Wilson. Has not sent list of debts due to estate. Woods may have to give bond as executor. Will collect fees due Wilson.","Scope and Contents Notifies Floyd that Northwestern Bank of Virginia has been robbed. Includes Archibald Woods concerning a levy for a court house in Ohio County, West Virginia","Explains his role in the removal of Woods as a state director in the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Explains circumstances surrounding Woods' removal as state director in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Inquires about rental of farm. Apologizes for incident of previous year.","Asks permission to live on one acre of Woods' land.","Concerning Leffler's chances for election to Congress and the election of directors to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Have gained a most significant victory in the lower house over the Virginia nullifiers. Defeated by one vote. We shall either run Tyler or McCoy for the Senate...we shall not likely rally? Tyler. The west and middle regions are well organized and we can elect him to a certainty.., resolved to put down these southern notions. In Virginia much is to be done in the election of a senator. Rives is with us and if we get Tyler we are safe, at the request of several western members on Thursday last I addressed a letter to Tyler, to know his sentiments on secession and nullification. This evening I send his answer. Gives defense on appointment of directors to Northwestern Bank. Determined about spring election.","Possibilities for election to Congress.","Chances for election.","Family news. Concerned about his health. Questions about a debt and education of children.","Taking depositions to prove military service.","Would like to take a house he is building for Woods.","Terms for an agreement on land to avoid a lawsuit. Includes notes concerning Archibald Woods' terms of settlement with Joseph McCoy.","Candidacy for Congress.","Dispute with Archibald Woods.","Has application to buy Woods' land.","Guthrie cannot prepare himself to fulfill compromise offered.","Asks for copy of patent. Received $26,500 in part of money stolen from Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Lists candidates for Congress. Includes John McLure to Archibald Woods. Needs evidence to secure copy of a patent.","Has concluded to take Powhatan Place at Captina.","Will endorse a note for William B. King on certain conditions.","Asks that Woods make deed to Martha (Woods) Knox.","Thinks Woods need not fear any great difficulty with Guthrie. Equalizing board sits in June.","Sold Woods' land in Vigo County to Chauncey Rose. Thomas Woods' land has been sold for taxes. County in distressed situation for want of money. Failure of crops last two years.","Prospects for election to Congress.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Information on Samuel H. Gutherie's business. Gave Woodman notice to settle note.","Request to borrow money.","Asks Woods to attend to note.","Needs to meet with Woods.","Arrangements for settling with Woods.","Recommends individuals as magistrates and opposes Nicholas Wykert.","Asks for money due under Eugenius Wilson's will.","Lost horse in coal pit. Family news, (Letter is begun by Louisa ?)","Mr. Grafton and Mr. King have closed their bargain. Sends reports of board of health, \"I have this morning seen Doctor Houston an he informs that he has not heard of any new cases today.\"","Have not brought money to Wheeling because of fear of the cholera Gutherie is selling land.","Sylvia or Silvia ? left at house of John F. Clarke. Things left by Mr. Paull. Encloses reports of Board of Health. \"The ... sickness with two exceptions is confined to the immediate neighborhood of McConnell's old tan yard. I am informed that the old vats is full of water and all kinds of filth \u0026 that they have been in that situation for the last two years.\"","Scope and Contents Mary Woods to mother Mrs. Anne Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia Received letter from Dr. Houston. Trusts her Ann is obedient. Mr. Laurie preached his trial sermon.","Mr. Ruggles and wife deeded lot to Gutherie. People are frightened of cholera. \"If anyone dies in this neighborhood \u0026 we have had a number of deaths, the person is rolled up in his bed, \u0026 bedclothes \u0026 his own clothes tumbled into a rough box, as soon as dead, \u0026 immediately buried.\" Guthrie will deed lots to Woods.","Asks about distraining (detaining personal property for security of a debt) a wheat crop. Includes Jacob answering Woods questions.","Report on tending to Woods' land. Includes account of Woods with Feeny.","Wishes to borrow six hundred dollars. Father will give deed of trust on property in Hagerstown, Maryland.","Describes trips to White Sulphur Springs and Salt Sulphur Springs.","Asks to borrow fifty dollars.","Letter of recommendation for N. Osburne as a tavern keeper.","Osburn keeps a first-rate tavern.","Will build mill wheel for two dollars and fifty cents per foot.","Samuel Sprigg and Archibald Woods be appointed a Committee to settle with Henry Sockman for rent of Know Hon Farm,","Concerns terms of rental of stores and warehouse at Powhatan.","Answer to inquiries about North Western Bank of Virginia.","Request to borrow two thousand dollars from Wheeling Bank.","Progress on building of grist mill.","Payment by ? Rose for Woods' property is in hands of Warren \u0026 Co., to Terra Haute. Much sickness, few cases of cholera.","William Crawford's house and lot were not sold, but an empty lot between his house and Randolph Tavern was sold, as was his farm.","Concern over accident involving Ann (Poage) Woods Washington, and Franklin Woods?","Encloses mothers' receipt for money lent her by Woods.","Jackson \"goes full tilt against the bank.\"","Wants to know if bank robbers are caught.","National Road Stage has incurred extra expense in fulfilling mail contract. Asks compensation.","Wants to rent house for grocery at Powhatan Point. Asks Woods advice.","Has applicants for Thomas Woods' heirs' land.","Committee report on courthouse is unfavorable. May be reversed and brought before House Of Delegates. Will present memorial concerning Northwestern Bank. Floyd promised appointment but he and Council are not speaking. Large meeting in Richmond concerning deposits. Benjamin Watkins Leigh spoke.","Woods to vote for him.","Concerns sale of land for taxes.","Encloses memorials. Thomas Hart Benton is \"pouring out vials of his wrath upon Clay and the bank.\"","Trip to Washington. Heard Calhoun speak. Description of city.","Terms prospective tenant would like for leasing land. Opinion on land.","Heard William Cabell Rives deliver speech on removal of deposits.","Courthouse questions to be brought up any day. Private committee recommended division of county.","Send form for Woods' release mortgages by Guthrie.","Recommends William H. McNabb for loan with a lot as security. Includes William H. McNabb stating that he will mortgage lot with a lot nearly owned.","Promises not to cut any timber contrary to Woods' wishes.","Lots sold by Samuel H. Gutherie to the Methodist Episcopal Church.","Desires to sell stock in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Cannot pay money owed.","Excuse for not paying note.","Handling the rental of Woods' house for him.","Called on General Breckenridge and found he was dead. Called on nephew and heir James D. Breckenridge.","Pecuniary embarrassments of this section of the county. Sent copy of a of bill of legislature chartering bank and branches.","Letter. Buying flour.","James Moore will do surveying.","Resignation as President and Director.","Binnager needs indulgence on money owed Woods for land. Vouches for him.","Has two yokes for oxen for sale and a horse.","Desires to borrow money from bank.","Offer to rent a house, steam mill etc. for a lumberyard.","Relays information from ? Rose concerning payment of a note. Commissioners authorized to negotiate the loan for our state bank and branches.","Payment on note and harsh policies of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Wants to have bank board convened to discount notes.","Unable to pay note.","Got judgment and execution against Fogle but no property could be found and Fogle died. Asks if son Thomas' land on Raccoon Creek could be leased. H. F. Feeny redeemed it. Some cases of cholera. James? Seaman ill. Jacksonian politics.","Market for slaves and horses.","Showed Woods' lands to ? Scott. Will tend to taxes.","Has offered to buy land belonging to Thomas Woods' heirs.","Asks Woods to be pallbearer.","Daniel Steenrod wants to keep place five years longer if Woods will build stable and house or fix old one.","Sends check.","Confirms death of addressee's mother. Words of religious consolation.","Notifies him of money still due by estate of Eugenius Wilson. Includes receipt of Thomas P. Ray, surviving executor of Nimrod Evans to Archibald Woods.","David Lively wishes to rent Woods' tavern.","Does not think Woods is liable on special warrantee deed to Jacob Ash. Wilson outlines his prospects for election. Measles prevail.","Ready to start boat.","Concerns gathering signatures.","Needs to borrow money from Woods to pay off note at Bank if it cannot be renewed.","Will send money by safe opportunity. Has offer for lands owned by heirs of Thomas Woods.","Terms they will take Woods house and lot.","Notice that premium is due.","Offer for Woods house has been made by Jo. Driggs.","Asks Jacobs what he has done with note in his hands.","Revival of religion.","Scope and Contents Planned trip to New Orleans and Nashville for health. Includes Mary Woods, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Ann (Poage) Woods. Ann's health and proposed trip.","To capture slave, Jefferson.","Ann Eliza Wilson wants to take trip south for three months to restore health. Philip Syng Physick of Philadelphia agrees with remedy. McNeely wants to buy land.","Request to borrow money from the Bank.","Concurs in opinion that hill land should be sold. Has sold other land.","Mrs. Woods is willing to sell any property you think proper. Bought Ann a piano. For Mrs. McKee's and Ann's health will take trip.","Recounts trip from Pittsburgh. Sends message to her children. Includes Ann Eliza Woods to Archibald Woods. Includes John McKee to Mrs. Brison.","Asks Peck to tell Samuel H. Guthrie that he will be at Woodsfield to collect money.","For Sternrod to rent a field for two more years.","Scope and Contents For Landers to sell to Woods a lot in Steinersville, Belmont County. Includes affidavit of Benjamin Cole recorded by William Tailman.","Explains his position regarding his proposal that an inquiry be made as to the propriety of amending the charter of the Merchants \u0026 Mechanicks bank as to provide for the reception of the capital which the North Western Bank is required to furnish the branch in Morgantown.","Business is good. Will close up partnership. Has tended to business for Woods in trying to collect money.","Anonymous letter giving Woods advice concerning his tavern.","Progress on collecting from the Smiths.","Reports progress in collecting money. Unable to collect from Samuel H. Guthrie.","Needs to borrow money.","Catherine Wood is to marry. Mr. Thomson wants to start a school.","Protest construction of houses McLure is building.","Wants to rent at Powhatan Point.","States Woods' taxes are all right. Includes Samuel H. Guthrie to Archibald Woods, 1837 December 27 stating he obtained letter from Mason.","Desires to rent tavern stand.","Arrangement for Archibald Woods to obtain a house.","Needs to borrow one thousand dollars.","Trying to sell his land to purchase land from Woods.","Notifies of need to pay premium.","Wants to rent farm to start a dairy.","Proposed to lease corner of Monroe and Main Street.","Paying out of money. Invitation to dinner.","Has sold land for Woods and disposed of his own property. Now hopes to make deal for Woods' Indiana land.","Requests Woods to attend case as a witness.","Wants privilege of burning lime in kiln.","Notification of date of Seaman case.","Drawn on him for three thousand dollars. \"Houma?\" arrived here but demanded cargo when ran against the bank.","Wants to rent property.","Is paying ? King's rent.","Will meet him to pay money due.","Signed by H. D. Brown.","Sam Jones has not been here for six weeks. No proceeding for him.","Recommendation of bearer of letter to be a tenant.","Received letter. Expects money at next court.","Mr. Lively has made bar room a warehouse for the German population.","Tenant wants to rent place again. Has fulfilled lease. Okey wants to buy it. Wants advice on buying a small place for son.","Has tended to Hynes business.","Terms he would offer for lot and what building he would put up.","Asks help to get notes discounted.","Asks condition of wife's (Mrs. Carr) land and what it could be sold for.","Unable to locate 12 acre tract in section 14. Tax record for section 2 and 8. Perhaps bring suit against James Elliot, present claimant. Includes Benjamin S. Cowens to Archibald Woods giving legal advice.","Desires to buy wood from Woods by cutting up trees that have fallen.","Asks Lively to move away.","Woods said his proposition was unreasonable, complained of charge for work and was cross. Desires his patronage. Will make counteroffer to build house.","Needs notes if Woods sued Guthrie.","Mrs. Francis needs advice settling up husband's affairs.","Men working on dam are taking stone from bank of river.","Wishes to purchase land.","Sale of property of Zacheus Francis, deceased, will take place.","Ready to move when Woods brings money.","Finds taxes unpaid on a portion of Woods' land.","Money is ready to be paid for two notes assigned Woods from Mr. Stream? Needs names for other notes.","Woods' fire insurance premium on the Virginia Hotel is due.","Application for stock has been declined.","Needs to appoint someone in place of Daniel Steinrod.","Unable to meet others but will agree to settlement.","Encloses receipt for taxes.","Expects to leave two hundred thousand dollars with Mr. Woodruff. Needs to borrow $1000 from bank.","Asks Woods to keep house for him he now lives in as \"I have a Jurnaman (German?) to put in it.\" Will give him the lease for the Seaman house.","Unable to collect money. Resumption of specie payments has resulted in any discounting of notes. Has purchased a small interest in Ritchietown to secure money owed him by John? McKee.","Enclosed letter on taxes on land belonging to son's heirs in Parke which have not been paid.","Will take place at four dollars per acre.","Form of authorization for Peck to release mortgage from Samuel H. Guthrie to Woods.","Cannot move to Woods' property on Captina.","Considers matter on Woods' part vexatious and ungenerous. Had no other interest in the lease other than promoting the best interest of the house for the sake of the stage lines. Any proceeding instituted by Woods will be followed by removal of the stages from the house.","Moves of various people.","Has sued Guthrie on behalf of Woods. Told Woods has idea of sending granddaughter to school at St. Clairsville. Recommends it.","Request for Woods to come and settle the amount of the estate that Zacheus Francis owes him.","Concerning a coal mine.","Will extend bond of Mr. Cole.","Thinks Harrison will win.","Protest of $250 draft has caused distress. Counting on money for college. Mary has never gotten part of estate. McKee is guardian for boys. Family has not lived with him for 8 or 9 years.","James Paull has paid protested draft.","Wishes to buy land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Questions concerning will of John H. Schwop.","Astonished to receive bill from Woods for stone. Thought commissioners for securing bank at Hog Run Bridge could get stone. Will have stone valued according to law.","Scope and Contents Received letter relative to Post Office at Powhatan Point. H. Cowen was unwilling to join objection but will not encourage removal to Steinersville. Would like opinion on Exchequer Plan of Secretary of Treasury.","Scope and Contents Husband relieved from pecuniary embarrassment by his brother. Sorry Grandma's health feeble. Hopes income from town property will support brothers at college. \"There are but few persons over seventy who can exhibit the same acturty as yourself and Grandma Brison.\"","Renewed 1843 April 1 and 1844 April 1.","Scope and Contents Situation is bad there but better on a farm. Alarmed that Theodire had to cease from study. Gives information on a family member who is evil. Includes note of James ?","For a farm for three years. Lease terminated after one year.","Recorded by James D. Morris.","Concerns North Western Bank of Virginia.","Has rented Archibald Woods' mill. Needs repair. Asks Bucher to repair it.","Encouraging Woods to attend a meeting.","Mr. ? has lumber and is commencing work. Will show Woods' mason the quarry.","Request to borrow one hundred dollars.","To do work on Woods' two mills.","Has received letters stating that neighbors are disgusted with him and taking their wheat elsewhere. Defends himself.","Scope and Contents Arrangements for his return. Mrs. Woods sick but recovered.","Directions for masons who are to build wall under the tobacco house.","William Allen cannot build foundation for stable but would haul stone.","By order of city council, calls meeting of \"trustees of Wheeling Lancastrian Academy.\"","Mills needs new bolting cloths.","Would like to rent store room.","Encourages Woods to keep Thomson as miller. Exhorts Woods to lose no time in making peace with God.","Will probably move.","Would like to get coal from Big Run. Mason is building foundation under stable.","Buying land from men who are unable to pay money down. Would be accommodation to us to get a further loan of $500.","Trip to extend acquaintance with country, merchants \u0026 collecting, representing Wilson and Brother. Dancing and hunting. Has seen prairie on Fire. Will pass through villages of Shawnees \u0026 Delawares. \"Remember me to all of the black folks.\"","Issued by Alexander T. Laidley, Clerk.","Has searched for survey lines.","Concluded to let Elias Hafer have place where Darrah lives because doubt that Darrah can make improvement he desires.","Has placed upon one of the doors of the Bank vault one of Jones Patent Combination Locks.","Trip to collect. Left Messrs Wilson and is with Messrs. Abbot \u0026 Peake. \"What does Betty Rose call her baby. No one has told me that she has one but I know that no gal that looks like her \u0026 of her make could be married a year \u0026 not have one.\" Asks to be remembered to many people including \"the black folks.\"","Asks McKinley to collect for him. Will proceed against Wingrove.","Recommends lock made by H. C. Jones of Newark, New Jersey.","To appear in Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery to answer a bill in chancery exhibited against them by Henry Swertzer. Issued by Alexander T. Laidley.","Severe heat in St. Louis. Asks to be remembered to many people.","Wants to go into business with S. H. Peake. Needs money to do so. Includes letter, 1846 December 24.","Scope and Contents Death of ? Briscoe, their bookkeeper who was from Loudoun County, Virginia","Wants her to visit. Family news.","Likes her picture. Has not courted Marion Clarkson. Remember him to various people.","Describes her sickness (during a pregnancy).","Trip to St. Louis. Boarding. Will keep promise on temperance.","Interest in Mollie Wilson. News from John Baker and Cooper?, Reading life of Swedenbourg.","Expects to visit her too next week.","Mother unable to make trip as roads are bad. Outlines his route.","Christmas celebration at the school. Describes teaching.","Encourages students to \"Waveland.\"","Rosa Harrison is dead of scarlet fever which is raging. Describes Christmas and mention of Easter.","Concern over sister's health. Cooper is determined to be a Christian.","Scope and Contents Poem and sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan. N. L. Peyton, to Mrs. William Ann R. Morgan, \"Waveland,\" Fauquier County, Virginia, undated. Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Recovering from typhoid fever. John B. has job in furnishings store. Was 21 on April 21.","Resolved to be Christian. Cholera epidemic.","Description of fire which burned 23 boats and then spread to building. ? Peake and John Baker have cholera.","Has been ill. Cholera epidemic. ? Peake \u0026 A. Cooper Baker sick.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker of cholera. Will probably leave along with Will and John.","Sympathy letter on death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker and cholera epidemic.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker. Business. Cholera epidemic.","William W. Baker will not leave St. Louis. S. H. Peake will send statement of business of Peake \u0026 Baker.","Account of cholera epidemic. Death of minister perhaps from visiting the sick.","No decision on partnership with S. H. Peake.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.Boarding at Scott's Hotel. They are Wheeling people.","Tombstone inscription for grave of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Desired to make money. \"I must go out on the levee to work and therefore must close.\"","Temperature day before was 8 degrees below zero. Baker Murray is to marry Mrs. Watts, a Catholic who keeps a boarding house. Controversy in St. Louis over lectures of ? Leaky who is \"reformed\" monk.","Wants to go to California. Change of climate, friends going, and uncertainty of S. H. Peake's business plans. \"I do not think of going to California to dig gold....\"","Has asthma. Will have wagon, six mules, three Indian ponies, rifle, pair pistols, two large knifes knives and blankets for trip to California. Includes W.W. Baker, St. Louis. Mo., to Sister. Move to California.","Received answer to telegram. Answer \"William W. Baker arrived here this morning. Will leave for home on first boat. Health is bad.\" Glad he had not left for California.","William W. Bakerhas recruited enough strength to travel home,","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerns a debt, a fire, and a lease. Regrets being unable to give daughter money for wedding.","Regrets Edgar has left home. Lists problems at home. pages. Includes, letter, ? to Edgar Woods.","Maggie Hamilton not expected to live. Sudden death of delirium tremens of A Mel lam? the portrait painter.","Misses him while he is away at College.","Has been visited by Mrs. Faulkner and Mrs. Conrad. Town and religious news of Winchester.","To convey land in Missouri. Witnessed by P.L. Edwards. Recorded by Samuel Caldwell.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Death and funeral of J. Zehner, professor of math at Burlington College.","Death of their mother.","Account of the death of Ann Cooper's mother and aunt from cholera. Father is ill. Unsure if he has cholera. Includes, newspaper clipping concerning cholera deaths.","Scope and Contents Sympathy in death of her mother. Includes,Samuel C. Baker, Martinsburg, West Virginia, to sister Mrs. Ann R. Morgan, concerning illness of their father.","Concerns death of Mrs. Ann R. Morgan's mother and illness of her father.","Death of Mrs. Morgan's mother and aunt from cholera.","Signed by John McCulloch.","Letter of sympathy for death of Mrs. Morgan's mother.","Signed by E. H. Caldwell.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by Alonzo Loring.","Signed by John Henry McKee who has power of attorney. Bears affidavit of Thomas E. Thompson and recorded by Samuel E. Caldwell.","Signed by E.M. Caldwell.","Sympathy letter in death of Mrs. Morgan's husband.","14 items. Includes of Elijah McClanahan to Woods; Daniel Sheffey to Woods; Andrew Hamilton to Woods, copy of decision to stay execution; bond; and accounts.","Concerning the division of land purchased by the petitioners from patentees granted land by virtue of service in the French and Indian War.","Orders brandy.","Orders Indian mail.","Will take possession of house. Canal is out of fix so will not be able to get things from Alexandria.","Not able to get furniture because canal is broken.","Wants to know if he can rent place again.","Asks Woods to take charge of renting and improving his land. Asks Woods to pass any offers to sell along to him. His post offices are Chillicothe, Ohio; St. Francisville, Louisiana, \u0026 New Orleans.","Sends Croton oil. Go to camp meeting tomorrow. Asks to borrow lace shawl. Other requests.","Glad to hear friends are well. Health slowly improving. Applied money received from Mr. Worth to credit of account with Company.","Price of land near Danville and Lexington is twenty shillings per acre. Brought suit against Pollard for band. Includes manuscript of Archibald Woods? concerning notes on religion.","Unable to send certificate. Try to get fifty pounds from ? Kilbreath.","Asks if road is open from ? to Wheeling.","Wants to move shop close to river.","Decree is absolute unless Clark perfects appeal by entering security. Will give no opinion on a compromise. Other legal advice.","Requested Franklin Woods to copy portion of bill of complaint in Woods v. Chapline.","Telling Woods to reassure the slave that is to be traded to him William Croghan for land, that he William Croghan only wants him the slave as a coachman \"you may assure him if he be a faithful servant I will make him a kind master--\"","Asks that servant to be given in exchange for land on Hog Run be ready to be picked up.","Send survey by John Scott.","? Russell called on him for note against Samuel Hudson. There is judgment against Woods for costs.","He and ? Poerm? will take land.","Would like to rent farm.","Has declined doing anything with Smith. Two hundred and seventy dollars will cover amount.","Asks Woods to wait until October for money.","Unable to collect money for Woods.","Wishes to borrow $500 from North Western Bank of Virginia.","Scope and Contents Think election will be between Jackson and himself. Asks Woods to \"personate\" himself at the election. \"Pray do not let the revolutionists out general you at a time when danger appears to be so near to hand...\"","1 page. Autograph Letter Signed. Because of infirmness, he submits his resignation as commandant of Company.","Questions about location of tract of land.","Bring deed. Will not fly from bargain.","Wrote A.D. Clarke \u0026 requested him to settle account with Woods. Settle note to bank endorsed by R. Simms suit.","Letter of resignation as bank director which Woods is to hold and use if he wishes.","Let bearer have horses Woods is lending and send advertisement for horse Woods has lost.","Concerns salt, sugar, wheat, rent due by Mallory, accounts due, and the rent of property at Captina.","Asks Woods to help her brother David McClure to estimate value of land she wishes to sell.","Requests for Woods to attend to by drawing money from Auditor of Pubic Accounts and bring back McClures' appointment as Inspector.","If he does not return in time, ask Col. Woods? or George Washington Wilson to remit money to Mr. Clark.","Requests Woods to attend a Board meeting.","Horse sent back belongs to Alexander Caldwell.","Introduces ? Jackson, a tanner who wishes to buy a lot.","Questions about navigation of Elk and Ohio Rivers.","Woods and Wilson are commissioners along with Jonathan Buckanon , Josiah Morgan, David McClure to locate a road from Cummins's Mill to Wheeling.","Asks that money due her be paid.","Power of attorney has been obtained from President of Literary Fund authorizing the subscription of $50,000 of North Western Bank of Virginia stock at Wellsburgh. Application will be made to Board of Directors to open books. Recommends it.","Asks Woods to come get his wheat.","Put a note in for Curtis \u0026 Co. for discount.","Offers service in locating warrants.","Under guard as a deserter. Defends himself.","Mother has 100 bushels of wheat to grind.","Desires to lease property.","Procured letter from Alpheus Willson for Woods to see concerning directors of North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Alpheus P. Wilison to John Tyler concerning appointments of directors of North Western Bank of Virginia.","Requests Woods to write ? Jacobs and bring patents with him.","Invitation. Glad ? is Congressional candidate.","Soldiers must bring public arms to batallion muster for inspection. \"Whatever thoughts you or I had of resigning (as I most seriously had) it cannot it will not now do to resign until the storm is over;...\"","Has received orders to march to Point Pleasant.","Concerning the location of a road (possibly the Cumberland Road.)","To inquire regarding the payment to taxes. Woods is also to call on General Breckenridge.","Asks Governor to confer with President of United States to request protection from Indians. Also signed by Charles WellsJohn Dant, John Davis, Hezekiah Davison,J ohn Haymond, Cornelius Bogard, John Haddan, William Morrez?, W.H. Cavendish, and H. Caperton.","Asks Ruggles to intervene in legislation.","Signed by Jacob Lee.","Needs new deed from Croghan's father to be recorded in the County where the land is.","Concerns lawsuit of J. Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns Bank of United States. If it is granted a charter, Woods suggests alterations and amendments to it.","Asks Barber to send messenger to deliver legal notice to Stephen R. Wilson.","Proposal to trade land.","Concerns lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods; and the appointment of state directors to the Board of the North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Archibald Woods to ?. Concerns establishment of post office at Capteena.","Elijah Woods failed on his part of agreement to explore or locate warrants.","Wishes to make a settlement by purchasing slaves. Wants young ones not in habit of running away. \"...those of a contrary disposition are however often the best slaves but situated as we are in this County between... Pennsylvania \u0026 Ohio...and where slavery is much ridiculed, any Negro of an enterprising disposition and forward in their Manners are almost certain to go into one or the other states or down the Ohio;...\"","Religious ideas.","Concerns sale of lots.","Mr. Weaver declines to purchase house because wife wants to quit business of keeping a public house.","Asks for information from the city.","Mr. Hinds has agreed with M. Clark for oxen. Will accept your offer for his tract of land.","Includes plats on verso of Maddison's or John Mitchel's land.","Includes estimate of damages sustained by Archibald Woods in consequence of lease given by Richard Yates to James Fulton, blank notes for North Western Bank of Virginia, instructions for inquiring at Land Office in Kentucky, instructions to take paper back to broker and get paper of Miami Exporting Company, poem (Lines supposed to be written at Genoa), deposition concerning a land dispute between Samuel Todd and the executors of Andrew Woods, Instructions for formation on parade ground and for inspection of sentinels by officer of the day, (circa 1812), Alexander? Caldwell to Archibald Woods (wants to borrow shovels), parody of a candidate's speech, Robert Poage to Archibald Woods, petition to Virginia Governor to ask for protection for frontiers from Federal Government, vote for governor of Pennsylvania in four counties, and formula for sheep-dip.","Correspondents include George W. Bailey, William C. P. Breckinridge, S. L. Brown, Mrs. S. T. Cook, T. Gallaher, Louisa A. Kemper, George A. Paull, A. J. Poag, C. C. Poage, Charles M. Poage, G. H. Poage, George B. Poage, J. C. Poage, M. Annie Poage, S. C. Poage, Thomas K. Poage, J. N. Powers, Margaret Sisson, Andrew W. 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One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAdministrative History: A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. Further information about this individual or organization may be available in the Special Collections Research Center Wiki: \u003cextref actuate=\"onrequest\" audience=\"external\" linktype=\"simple\" show=\"embed\" href=\"http://scdbwiki.swem.wm.edu/wiki/index.php/Archibald_Woods\" title=\"Archibald Woods\"\u003e\u003c/extref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical Information:"],"bioghist_tesim":["A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. 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Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling.","A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. 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The papers concern his family, the Poage family, and the Houston family, as well as his business dealings. Correspondents include Levi Barber, Daniel Call, Philip Doddridge, Chapman Johnson, Henry Lee, James Pindall, Benjamin Ruggles, Daniel Sheffey and John Tyler, Edgar Campbell Wilson, George Washington Wilson and Thomas Wilson. Subjects dealt with in the collection include banking, cholera, the Cumberland Road, land speculation, pioneer life near Wheeling, West Virginia and in Kentucky and Indiana, formation of and early days in Belmont and Monroe counties, Ohio (including the founding of Woodsfield, Ohio), the Northwest Territory, Indians of North America, family life, marriage and courtship, Virginia militia during peacetime and in the War of 1812, Ohio politics, sale of slaves and the Whiskey Rebellion. There are also letters of members of the Baker and Morgan families of Fauquier County, Virginia and Wheeling, West Virginia which concern life in St. Louis, Missouri during the 1840's.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAddition to folder 1482:  December 31, 1824 letter from Z. Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia to Archibald Woods regarding moving the College of William and Mary to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering his military warrant and pay for service in the U.S. Continental Army in lieu of money owed Woods. Witnessed by Andrew Woods and Alley ? McKee. Affidavit by Ebenezar Lane.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land to be located and patented by military warrants and divided between the two men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Bill of sale to Martha Woods, Botetourt County, Virginia 1 Negro girl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money and land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land purchased from the military claims of James Ludlow, James Letort and Andrew Fowler who served in \"the old Virginia Regiment under Governour Dinwiddie's Proclamation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land on the Kanawha River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNevill was attorney for William Croghan. Witnessed by John Beaver and ? Heth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning agreement with Archibald Woods. Including agreement between Kerr and Woods, 1786 November 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a list of land and people which was prepared for the auditor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning horses. Including note concerning equipment and uniforms for those who join a calvary company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a trip to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions bonds and the postponement of a trip to Ohio County. Including undated note by an unidentified person concerning genealogical matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding note, March 1790, of Johnson with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning 1000 acres of land in West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the locating and surveying of land in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking for help in fighting the Indians and outlining a plan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 2 slaves, a boy named Littleton and a girl named Pink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThey were trustees to establish an academy in either Monongalia, Ohio, Harrison or Randolph counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a petition to have a ferry across the Ohio River at Short Creek signed by Nathaniel Coolman and John Vanmetre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning patents for 10,000 acres of land. Including a petition concerning taxation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Indians, land taxes owed by ? Todd, land dispute between ? Carper and ? Moor Moore, treaty made by Arthur St. Clair at Fort Harmar with Indians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a female slave named Phetis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to A. Kirkpatrick by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To transfer 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to William McClandhan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Woods' desire to purchase land. Says \"our politics are loose, vague, various, and uncertain.\" Advises Woods to not reject his mother's \"precepts because she is a female good sense is the result of a Sound mind which would as soon inhabit a female body as a male. There is no sex in souls.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor female slave named Lila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To convey 400 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to McFarland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mentions George Strickler concerning military warrant lands in West Virginia and Kentucky and the non-attendance of Andrew Woods and Archibald Woods as court jurors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Shepherd to give him preference if he decides to sell his mill and house. Including note of Bible verses in a different hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Mitchell's land in Kentucky. Including, letter, John Lee, Hagerstown, Maryland, to Archibald? Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods' misfortunes, religion, a dispute with ? Crawford and his baptism of Jenny St. Clair McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a move to Kentucky, the death of John Crawford and William Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribing Kentucky and Woods' contemplated move there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land prices in Kentucky near Lexington and Danville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods' possible move to Kentucky and the price of renting land there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and Poage's opinion of Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning religion and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMostly concerns religion and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses family and neighborhood news including the marriage of Polly Stuart to Ned Hall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his business affairs and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods to be ready with his party of horses if he receives orders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expressing concern over Indian threats to frontier. Thomas Poage has entered Presbytery as candidate for ministry. Discusses religion in Prince Edward and Charlotte. Cousin John Crawford is dead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning his judicial circuit and news of mutual friends in Augusta and Rockbridge County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContaining religious advice, and concerning the role of feelings in religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor title to 355 acres of land . Including assign (witnessed by George Humphrey) of George Conner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably concerning Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Woods take the deposition of David Harbinson as evidence in the lawsuit of Kelly vs. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To convey from Woods to Poage 100 acres of land in Botetourt County, Virginia? and memorandum of money borrowed form Archibald Woods by James Poage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying he has declared himself a candidate for the Virginia Senate and asking Woods' help.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning rations for a militia company and Jackson's campaign for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a move to Kentucky by Cloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning supplies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribing his school under Mr. Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning his travels among the Presbyterian churches. Gives Woods advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Seat of government may be Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Woods pay bearer money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the sale of hogs and corn. Including a petition concerning a ferry across the Ohio River\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a proposed division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a proposed division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Indian threats.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending a muster roll and pay abstract for McMachan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money Wilson is trying to collect for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Promising to furnish troops to the state from Ohio, Harrison, Monongalia, and Randolph counties, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo furnish troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describing Indian activities, the difficulty of securing provisions because of Anthony Wayne's levies near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and possible Congressional candidates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning two companies of Rangers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning activities of and provisions for Ohio County Rangers and mentions Anthony Wayne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning McCleery's candidacy for U.S. Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To trade to Woods 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia in exchange for 461 acres of land in Kentucky and a female slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a female slave named Lila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight, David McWilliams, Jacob Lusk and Hugh McGuire) from Richard Yeates, appointing John McInyre to act in conveying 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Woods will convey 461 acres of land in Lincoln or Madison County, Kentucky to Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Yeates will convey 304 acres in Ohio County, to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the collection of money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning William Croghan, a proposed treaty with Indians, and relations with the British.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Indian threats to the frontier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a lawsuit and including a copy of a letter, 1793 March 27, from Thomas Duncan, Carlisle, Pa. to Messrs, Wallace and Kirkpatrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed by Woods to Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the altering of a deed from Woods to Jane Yeates instead of to Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Cloyds' inability to sell his land in order to pay Woods for land bought from him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Cloyd by Morris. Including letter from Archibald Woods to ? Dunlap concerning Woods' dissatisfaction with a horse he purchased from Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eoncerning payment of money owed to Woods for flour and whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning James Wood and militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing the Transylvania Presbytery and concerning opening a store.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods' land in Kentucky and a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Also mentions Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas a description of life in Kentucky and discusses the split in the Transylvania Presbytery between the followers of Adam Rankin and the rest of the Presbyterians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning provisions for the militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning an execution against ? Wood and McConnell and other lawsuits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplaining that land in Kentucky bought from Woods is not located where Woods told him it was; questions quality of the land and the female slave. Includes note from Lewis Marshall, 1793 August 26, concerning location of the land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land Nichols is to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods the contract for the supply of the volunteer militia in Monongalia District has been given to ? Wells instead of Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswering Yeates' complaints about land Woods sold him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo set up a company to sell land northwest of the Ohio River (i.e. the Northwest Territory).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning dispute between Woods and Richard Yeates over land and chastising Woods for his letter to his mother, Martha (Poage) Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sending Woods money for frontier services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the militia and mentioning James Wood. Including account 1794 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning having Woods survey land so that the plats can be sent to Richmond for patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of land sold to Yeates by Woods and the disposition of lawsuits being handled by Woods for Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his land dispute with Archibald Woods and warning about the Indians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land sold for William Croghan, possible war with England and Spain, and an embargo.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a promised present in return for her having acknowledged her right of dower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower?, and a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recommending William Martinas paymaster for the militia and saying that individuals are injured by not getting their money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requesting courses of survey. Includes, draft, Archibald Woods, to Henry Lee, expressing concern over Indian, British and Spanish affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed by Chapline to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requesting Woods to tend to some legal business for Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning negotiations with Spain over navigation of the Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Yeates by Woods and lawsuits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo receive the interest on two loan office certificates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning politics?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Brown will improve land by building cabins, in Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor seven hundred dollars, a condition for purchase of a military warrant due Denniston and purchased by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the Whiskey Rebellion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the apprehension of David Bradford, William Sutherland, William McKinley, Robert Stephenson, John Moore, and James Marshall, participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Questions whether Biggs should attend the session of the General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives family news, mentions \"we are crowded with light horse men in our town that came in today,\" discusses religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To appear as witnesses in the examination of William McKinley, one of the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Includes letter from Archibald Woods to McClure in response.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying the justices of the peace had decided not to examine the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion \"on considering the situation of this County and the temper of the people ...as we are of the opinion it would have answered no valuable purpose, and our authority it would evidently appeared to us would have been treated with contempt.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminds him he is in a new place and under care of uncles. Remember Creator and avoid evil company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land Woods wishes to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying he has seen a petition against the taking of land west of the Ohio Northwest Territory. Brown has finished building the cabins for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning sending Andy (Andrew Woods, Jr.) to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe is disappointed her uncle will not be coming for a visit. Regrets she has not been as religious as she ought to be.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents That Archibald and Elijah Woods of Ohio County, Virginia West Virginia would survey a tract of land containing 100,000 acres in Kanawha County, West Virginia and Wilson would sell it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Wilson's selling of 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to help his divide land and sell it so that he can move his mother to Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking her uncle's decision on moving to Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying she may purchase his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods he has sold Woods' land to Robert Young of Alexandria Virginia with the assistance of Henry? Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the selling of Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning lawsuits, and George Kelly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a petition to Congress and his expectation that Congress will open a land office on Northwest side of Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells his uncle that Mr. Willson (Thomas Wilson) says there is no caveat entered at Richmond and Wilson has seen a number of men interested in purchasing land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning 60,000 acres of land. Mentions Henry? Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssigning as attorney for George Slaughter, Slaughter's title to six entries of land of 400 acres in Ohio County received by military land warrant to William Harris. Witnessed by Andrew Woods, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For part of the title to 604 acres of land in Mason County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe location of 30,000 acres of land and a description of same.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning extending their concern in the lands in the Northwest Territory up to 300,000 acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods to share information about location of a salt spring in return for Ryerson purchasing about 5,000 acres of land around the spring in the Northwest Territory. Including memorandum of the approximate location of the salt spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor location of townships in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 21,000 acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo divide Woods' part of the land he obtains from his agreement with Thomas Ryerson concerning the salt spring and that McCulloch and Woods will also divide the land surrounding another salt spring McCulloch has discovered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns Thomas Wilson, and the General Assembly. Tells Woods the act to establish a town at Wheeling, West Virginia passed, but the bill to divide Ohio County did not pass. Gives other legislative news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning their land deals in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Lashley to lease Poage's land in return for clearing two acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to sell him his land in Kentucky if Woods is not going to live on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Williams to lease land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money he is collecting for Woods, and Henry Lee; and land in Kanawha County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestioning a land plat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRejecting Woods' offer for his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the position of creeks in a stretch of land; and military reservations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his land purchases.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to attend to a legal dispute in return for one half the land in dispute if decided in Poage's favor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the military land bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his proposed route.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military warrant land laws in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey two thirds of all lands recovered from military land warrants originally issued to William Harris and assigned to George Slaughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land deals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her sister family news and discusses religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land owed by Ross in the Northwest Territory and his explanation of a law pertaining to military land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Making a proposal for his land on the Ohio River. Includes account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending power of attorney to sell land claims.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money; a trip to Richmond; the death of his son; and a proposed visit by William Wilson. Also concerns money paid ? McCleery; and lands of ? Symes which needs a title from Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying he has no land to sell and that the Congress lands sold at public sale in New York in which Hopkins was the nominal purchaser, probably now belong to William Duer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning lands in the Northwest Territory and Woods and Martin trying to be appointed to help survey the military lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning taxes on land in Harrison and Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed by ? Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods that Benjamin Cooper has settled on land conveyed from Woods' mother to Yeates' daughter. Yeates is satisfied with his land and suggests Woods purchase land in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo survey and return plot and certificate for land in Ohio County. Witnessed by James Wilson and includes affidavit of William Trigg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and mentions military land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell Woods his \"mill place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Giving family news and telling Poage someone wishes to buy his land in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns buying and selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning buying land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning buying land in Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes water journey. Asks to have coat and horse sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHoping that Woods con meet him in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Woods an opinion he has gotten concerning patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking the recipient to inquire for William Hunley and ask him about a bond executed by Thomas McGeorge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the death of their mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning collection of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the collection of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the sale by Woods to Cloyd of land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a legal dispute between ? Poage and an unidentified person over land title.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods Thomas Wilson has not arrived back in Morgantown and concerning Wilson's candidacy for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Thomas Wilson's candidacy for Congress. Mentions Henry Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Henry Lee's debts and the illness of Lee's wife Ann Hill (Carter) Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the conveyance of land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed by Cloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor them to patent land in the Northwest Territory in co-partnership.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo guarantee that Woods would convey to Conill land in Northwest Territory originally owned in co-partnership with Absalom Martin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo divide land they purchased in co-partnership in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Andrew Woods' business trip to Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends petitions by his son to Woods to be presented to the legislature. Wells is against the one for removing the seat of justice from Charleston. Lists what work has already been done there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending a plat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Woods get land plats.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses business of General Assembly and family affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Archibald Woods by Henry Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStating he will send more information on the mission to France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eListing terms upon which he will sell land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the lawsuit of Robert Poage v. Abraham Chapline, George Washington's declining to accept an appointment as a member of mission to France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a warrant for military land. Expresses concern over Indians to west.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one mare, one still and one yoke of oxen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an appointment Woods is requesting and the sale of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in Kentucky they are interested in purchasing and selling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking Woods to put three plats into the land office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to get a land warrant from the Treasury land office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns land business he is handling for Wilson, Mentions resolutions censuring Alien \u0026amp; Sedition Acts, petitions and the fact that the Court House stands at Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and discusses business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Defending passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts and discussing the bankruptcy bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money he is collecting for various individuals. Asks Woods to forward land patents to him. Asks Woods if he will run for General Assembly again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Watson to lease land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Ogden to lease twelve acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOf decisions at a court held March Term 1799.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns building a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo clean and fence twenty acres in the Territory in exchange for one hundred acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning elections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods he is unable to pay him any money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell to Moore and McClure 134 acres in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell 300 acres to Tallman in Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Woods' help in securing a place on the Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering Woods to return arms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discussing Randolph Academy. Gives family news and says Nehemiah? Creavens Cravens \"is crazy by this time.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe is unable to finish paying Woods for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking him to come to Zac Sprigg's house to give depositions concerning a contested election for the General Assembly. Includes fragment, 1799 September 7, of a notice to Archibald Woods, Moses Shepherd, Zac Sprigg, George Moses and William Dement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing the transfer of a note for money owed by Woods from Breckinridge to George Cooper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChapline is unable to attend the muster. Orders Woods to command in his place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribing how survey is to be made out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods to make out certificate of survey to Henry Banks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing money and legal matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Orders Woods to order a court martial for Lieutenant Thomas Gray on charges made by Captain Jacob Wetzel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses vehement opposition to Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn how to proceed with land business and military land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land in Kentucky sold to Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Benjamin Biggs, session of legislature and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking for money Woods owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning 2,000 acres of land bought by Faw from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to tend to his uncle's business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning resolutions passed by opposition members of Virginia General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns suing ? Payne for money owed Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocation of Woods' warrants in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgainst letter by committee of opposition members of General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnouncing Wilson's candidacy for the Virginia Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Election returns for Monongalia County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the execution of a writ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Low to lease the plantation (\"Greenfield\") on which Woods lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cravens and Tallman to build a house for Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms on which land in Northwest Territory is sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking an offer for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning committee of Federalists and asking Federalists to vote.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSelling Woods a set of blacksmith's tools which are listed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking whether Henry? Lee ever surveyed the land Evans has laid a warrant on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking Woods to give some money to George Poage and asking Woods if he is a candidate for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell 150 acres in the Northwest Territory to Eagleston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit between them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting title papers for John Poage and asking Woods to use his influence in preventing the removal of the district court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Vouching for William Tate who wishes to buy land in Ohio County for an inn or tavern?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking Woods for his offer to sell land to Cloyd at a reduced price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to find out when Woods will be going to the woods to survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Informing Woods that ? Duvall had saved Woods' land from being sold for taxes and giving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a stolen horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the claim of Jacob Beason to land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to pay taxes on McClenechan's land for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCriticizing Woods' dealings with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses receipts for wheat and asks to be sent flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDemanding payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanting to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military land warrants and Robert Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Black to put a shingle roof on Woods' barn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease Johnson and Hamblin land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo take depositions in lawsuit of Robert Poage v. David Bradford in Virginia High Court of Chancery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit he is handling for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of land by military warrant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a court decision in High Court of Chancery in Woods? vs. Wilsonand Todd vs. executors of ? in Botetourt County Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates he has not moved yet, but there is a wagon road across the mountains to Fincastle. Is sending money owed to Woods but can not send all of it. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Stating he will be going to Alexandria and Washington D.C. and will carry out business for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling about his crops and expressing Federalist sentiments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns an injunction and money owed to Wilson. Included Polly Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods, giving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requesting Ann (Poage) Woods' right of dower in land purchased from Woods by ? McNear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting deeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnouncing his intention to move.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning David Yeates, a weaver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the deposition of Thomas Kenton in a land dispute and mentions Henry Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a land dispute and the deposition of his mother Ann McGintry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes memorandum, undated, concerning procedure in the lawsuit. Also includes memorandum, 1797 December 6, of Archibald Woods, concerning Abraham Chapline, legal advice, 1797 December 12, of Bushrod Washington; cover sheet, 1801 July 22 of L. Burfoot, sending letter of Daniel Call; and copy (made by P. Tinsley) of decree, 1805 September 28, of the Virginia Superior Court of Chancery in the lawsuit of Robert Poage vs. Abraham Chaplaine and David Bradford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military land disputes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns a lawsuit between ? McIntire and Archibald Woods and the debate in the General Assembly over the division of Kanawha County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Land Office bill. Deposition, 1802, of Archibald Woods in a land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to thirty-five acres to Hamblin and Witt. Hambler and Witt are to plant apple trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease ninety acres of land to Dean. Dean is to take care of orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning military land warrants. Asks if Whetsel Wetzel got his money \"for the Negro he sent down the River.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Albert Gallatin and the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease to Johnson twenty-nine acres of land. Johnson is to take care of the fruit trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo change an agreement concerning the delivery of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land and the appointment of a magistrate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the appointment of a magistrate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods owes money for a subscription to Universal Gazette, a newspaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land for Abraham Faw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering him to order all commissioned officers to meet at Wheeling for muster and training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCreain is interested in purchasing land from Woods and Bowyer would like to rent some land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Chapline. Includes William Gelaspie, Station Camp, Sumner County, Tenn. to Abraham Chapline, concerning money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning ? Biggs' surveying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the surveying of land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking Woods to let Mark Jacobs live on land owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Woods to sell his land and it he has done so, to remit payments in pot metal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecides not to exchange land with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid the tax on Woods' land to prevent sale for non-payment of taxes. Asks about worth of land he owns on Ohio River so he can sell or exchange it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving news about his mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning deed to land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking him for paying taxes on Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving a description of Countyside. Joseph Woods is keeping a store. Gives price of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Okey to lease thirty acres of land adjoining Captina Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the milling of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning location of a salt spring and asking Woods to survey some land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to exchange some land with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a plot for David Hozack's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a court house in Belmont, County, Ohio and land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Witt and Roberts to lease land in Belmont County, Ohio. Witt and Roberts are to preserve the orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed Archibald Woods. Discusses the murder of an Indian trader.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting planks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanting to lease land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering him to order his battalion to report for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending his wife to pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a survey order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning her arrival and health and Jane ?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning politics in Mississippi, French in New Orleans and price of goods in Natchez.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the settlement of a debt between Spencer and Samuel Biddle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning his poverty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military warrant land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying how much she is missed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Inquiring about military land located for ? Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the Ohio legislature and the location of the courthouse of Belmont County, Ohio, the necessity of building a road to it, ferries and the Miami Exporting Company. Bears notes in another hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses Richard Yeates' land and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning title to land owned by ? Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods that Poage vs. Bradford \u0026amp; Chaplinecould not be tried in his district of the Virginia High Court of Chancery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a law suit and a possible exchange of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery. Gives his opinion of the Louisiana Purchase.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the building of a dam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in Ohio County surveyed by Woods for her husband.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking if Woods has sold his land for him. If so, please remit \"one ton of small castings, and the remainder in twenty gallon kettles without legs, for the purpose of salt-making.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying he has sent Andrew Woods and an Indian trader up White River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to come make a survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed Woods by Joseph? Tomlingson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning disputed land in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Prittyman to lease land. Lease extended for another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land disputes between Woods and Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor money received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his opinions of Methodists.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to exchange land with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cassat to pay Woods back for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of Poage v. Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning William Croghan and land belonging to Woods in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Croghan's purchase of land owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning death of Aggy Poage, other family news and election of Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOhio for Witt to rent land. Witt is to take care of the orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking to buy the land he lives on from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to forward a letter for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one moiety (half) of the first installment \u0026amp; surveying expenses for land in Northwest Territory offered for sale at Steubenville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news, discusses Philip Doddridge and land speculation in Northwest Territory; and the \"conversion\" of the Presbyterian minister, William Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Philip Doddridge, the lawsuit of John McIntire vs. Wood,and Woods vs. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter probably intended for Archibald Woods. Concerning the sale of land for taxes, the lawsuit of John Macker vs. Lewis Cragg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning their land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell him burr mill stones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Edward Coats' son, William will become an apprentice to Hoover, a saddlemaker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo split land in Kentucky if Pogue is successful in proving claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit involving ? Fulton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Betsy Woods and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond of title to promise to convey 240 acres to the Ramseys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the visit of Woods' daughter, a proposed trip to Augusta, and the possibility of Wilson running for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid taxes owed on Woods' Kentucky land. Is interested in selling or exchanging 1200 acres of land on or near the Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Pergrin to lease 17 acres of land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a note for money due Robert Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Reed and Edwards to lease a house and garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey to Nehemiah Cravens 300 acres of land in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of the birth of a daughter. \"The election is over \u0026amp; I am easy--when vice prevails and wicked men bear sway the post of honour is a private station;...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell 250 acres of land to Mothral and Mantooth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering land for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit involving land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Deafabough to run a grist mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning lawsuit of Woods v. William Lewisand McIntyre v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about Archibald Woods' health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting the health of his daughter and the lawsuit of McIntyre v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to sell a slave for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning disputed land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Steenrod to sell one half of a tract of land containing one hundred and eighty acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Ingledue to run a grist mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses fever. Tells Woods one of deeds he has from him has no witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells his uncle he has moved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuits of McIntyre v. Woods and Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to pay him for surveying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning taking wheat to his mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor McConnell to run a grist mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Patterson Ingledue's death was due to accident by the falling of a tree.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo settle the estate of Patterson Ingledue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Swiney to rent eighteen acres from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor land in Belmont County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas bought wheat for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to sell to his nephew his surveyor's compass.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land Woods wants to purchase. Is concerned about his land in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Black to rent twenty-six acres from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Witt to rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor McConnell and Dean to rent ninety acres of land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the sale of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods the surveys he is asking about can not be found.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about mill wheels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Black to build a house. Lists tasks Black is to perform.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a temporary assignment of dower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the delivery of mill wheels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Feay to sell one hundred acres of land to Milligan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney owed for subscription to United States Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill try to aid Woods in the capture of a runaway slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuits of Poage v. Chapline \u0026amp; Bradford.Asks Call to represent Poage in the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land owned by Crogan in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to collect a debt from Caleb Reeves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an injunction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to settle Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit, Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land belonging to George Pepperly and the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Edmonds to lease twenty-nine acres from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying Richard Parriott wishes to buy McClandhan's land. Will trade a slave family for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Humphrey Marshall; and Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an offer to settle McIntire v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land; and also slaves which had belonged to Harman Blennerhassett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Woods v. Lewis. Includes Patsey Houston, Natural Bridge, Virginia, to Archibald Woods, concerning a trip to see sister Polly McClung.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wants him to accompany Betsy to see Polly McClung.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods vs. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreeing to defend him in the lawsuit of McIntire v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Sheffey to take depositions in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a still.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the purchase of land and slaves from William McClandhan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarpenter is migrating to West. Will leave room in his wagon for Mathew Quick if Quick is interested. Asks Woods to give message.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the decision in the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an appeal of the decision in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning encumbrances upon the property of William Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the route of the United States Road to Wheeling, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For an attachment against the estate of Moses Thompson. Includes plat, n.d., of land owned by John Lee and Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the conveyance of land from William Chapline to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order companies to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to designate his military land so Bay can pay taxes on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of birth of George Washington Wilson, sickness of many and death of Hezekiah Reader from fever. Wants sister to write and come to see her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Apology for not having written him concerning the decision in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the conveyance of 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to deal for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying they will not pay an order for grinding wheat at Woods' mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStating he will buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts his side of Woods v. Lewis and asks Blackburn to be his lawyer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Giving news about influenza in Lexington, Kentucky and discussing a land dispute. Alexander Mitchel to Thomas Dickerson, near Short Creek, Ohio County, West Virginia asking him if he saw Thomas Kennady in 1776 concerning land improvements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying he has paid the tax due on Woods' land. People in Western part of state want to perpetuate seat of government at Chillicothe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sending a deed and asking his opinion of the value of other land,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdmonds is to take particular care of fruit trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to serve as executor in his plan to settle the estate of George Dement and to effect a settlement between the heirs of Dement and the heirs of Ignatious Sirums.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sending rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Stopped sale of Woods' land for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land bought by Samuel Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods if he has made up his mind about a bargain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Also includes a memorandum of Archibald Woods concerning power of attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods to send down flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a missing arms shipment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStill interested in Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOkey is concerned about Woods' lawsuit against Timmons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods he has been denied change of venue in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to pay taxes on land he William Croghan owns. Wants to know about John? McIntire who purchased George Rogers Clark's right to land on Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Desiring to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEvans is concerned about a land claim he has.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to report on his land to him, since Hill desires to settle on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents It is the opinion of several people that Woods' flour is unfit for market. \"Mr. Miller states that all the flour in Charlestown, that was made before September is sour and unfit for market.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas asked for continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Blackburn other directions in handling the case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Including a memorandum of agreement (witnessed by C. Hammond and George Knox).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers Negro slaves to Woods in exchange for land. Describes the slave families.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHough has checked Woods' land for taxes due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Moore if he knows about location of U.S. road. Wants to be appointed a commissioner to lay road out in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssures Woods his offer of slaves will not injure Woods' claim in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to draft 46 men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas no Negroes to sell. Wants Woods to survey some land for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn compliance with order, has militia company together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet with Woods to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Offers to settle money owed him in wheat. Includes Archibald Woods to George Hancock, concerning slaves Hancock wishes to sell. Woods discusses prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn application was made to change venue in Woods v. Lewis. It failed. Has heard of no application since. Johnson had small pox. Cannot issue subpoena for witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives information and advice on Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdmonds is to take particular care of the fruit trees and orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks what Woods wants him to do in a lawsuit involving land. \"We are advised by William McKinley that he has been pressed into the electioneering campaign--the conduct of Gen'l J. G. I--in this respect must be as bad as an English press gang--poor MC is to be pitied.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sorry to hear her sister has been unwell, brother Billy's wife has consumption. \"Nancy Wilson has two sons. I think she breeds well...I was surprised when Mr. hood informed me that Brother Bob was with you. I should be very glad to see him provided he could be sober and rational.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering Woods to order his Battalion to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Undertook to get paper needed in Woods v. Lewis from Sweet Springs. Found he had to go on to Munroe Monroe C.H. Papers not ready. Clerk issued order that he would send papers. Case was docketed in Rockbridge. Subpoena issued for Patrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to locate military land for Nicholas' warrant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants the patents for the 17,000 acre survey belonging to the partnership, so he can inquire about taxes due on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSickness prevented sending deeds. Asks for money Woods owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Introduces Noah Zane. Zane is the bearer of remonstrances counteracting remonstrances from Pennsylvania on the subject of the National road. Describes route the commissioners laid out. Hopes that route will be kept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sent receipts which Woods has failed to get. Asks Woods to take \"best matters\" action. Wishes Woods not to be uneasy about the money he owes Woods. Expects to make a payment this fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Brother Archibald \u0026amp; myself having made an alteration in our agreement respecting this place on which I live, it is necessary our article in your hands should be destroyed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccording to list of military claims, there is none due Andrew Robinson. Thanks Woods for paying taxes on his land Ohio County. Asks Woods to continue until land can be sold and try to find purchaser.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods v. Lewis will probably be tried in September. Papers have not yet arrived.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents She is pregnant. Had expected a visit this summer. Includes Polly Wilson to Eliza and Polly Woods. Wants them to write.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Defends his treatment of Woods' son, Alpheus in school. \"If Franklin (Woods' other son) to exculpate himself, has represented to you that I did not pay the same attention to him, that I did to others, I assure you that he wronged me.\" Assures Woods he will do all in his power for his improvement. Lists subjects he will be offering.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends Franklin and Alpheus Woods home. Defends Thomas Glisson as a teacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas omitted entering the land. Lists entries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent deed. Please remit money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods v. Lewis has been continued until April. General Breckenridge and Allen Taylor did not attend the exposition of General Preston. Fears the loss of Sheffey at next term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere has been a continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Afraid he can not attend the trial in the spring due to serving in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has obtained a postponement in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Betsy Poage. Summarizes national politics and rumors of Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods v. Lewis is continued. Injunction has been granted. Encloses subpoena.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has never heard from Woods about his claims for land in Woods' County. William Oldham will handle it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers Negro slaves for sale, Easther, Harry \u0026amp; Nancy as well as a \"lad\"; and a \"girl,\" 7 years old. Describes their abilities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends commission. \"I never wished to hold an office that I was not thought worthy of, if you thought me incapable of discharging my duty or unworthy of promotion I will ask you why did you not communicate your objection to me before the Court Marshall martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks one of them to pay taxes on Archibald Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives directions in taking General Breckinridge's deposition. Recounts proposals from George Hancock. Proposes his grounds for a settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his price for a slave, Jacob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes receipt for Zac. Sprigg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBirth of Louisa Ann. \"Mrs. Kerns the ladys wedding you was at when you was here shews the fruits of her marriage verry plain.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls. Invites them for a visit. \"Betsy you cannot get anybody to have you where you are known.\" Lists recent weddings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Woods can come to his (Thomas Warman) mothers he will take five dollars less. He cannot come to Woods\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnlow is to clear land, repair a cabin, build a stable and repair fences.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe owns no land in US Military District, north of the Scioto. A Capt. John Brown did own a quarter township, but suspects it has been sold. He owns 8 or ten thousand acres in tracts of 1000 acres which he would sell. Describes one tract. Price is three dollars per acre but would accept \"two or three young negro men at valuation in part payment.\" Two \u0026amp; half dollars per acre for other tracts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent deed to Mr. Chambers of Kentucky. Requests Woods to rent a plantation for him. Pay taxes due on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends information on the murder and names of the children of D. Bradford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince he has resolved to leave Morgantown, he wants Woods to remit money. \"There is not I believe any part of the civilized world where education is thought so little of as this place.\" Asks questions about the Wheeling area. Can produce testimonies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold Noah Linsly interest in Capteen bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOwns a quarter section of military land. Gives terms and location.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness with Woods' son, Thomas. Asks for more time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends wheat and cotton Woods requested. Don't send corn or meal. Do send bran.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill sell lands at Fishing Creek to Woods' neighbor for cash if offer is high enough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoesn't understand why he didn't receive all the money due him from Woods. Has been sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on various schools in his County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed description of how it is to be built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send record of Woods v. Lewis(300 pages) when Woods remits fee of forty-five dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased a farm 3 miles from Morgantown. \"The people in my neighborhood are perfectly indifferent about the education of their children so that I cannot expect to derive anything from tuition among them.\" Would come to Wheeling if three hundred dollars could be procured. If not, will open school at his farm. Pledges to be attentive to Franklin Woods (Woods' son.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Woods advice on how to recover costs from John McIntire. Will attend Woods v. Lewis at Rockbridge Superior Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe two young men who contracted with Shepherd for flour have been at all mills and cannot get flour. Will have to give you the price you ask.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSalutation is \"Dear Andrew.\" Wishes him to write respecting the receipts for costs in the suit with the Wilson's and Harbison's bond. \"As I of late feel my constitution decline, my wish is as far as possible to draw my concerns to a close. Ask George] Hancock to have business in Botetourt with Wilson's settled.\" \"have not got my business with Lewis finally settled as yet...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresented receipts to ? Wilson. He would not refund the money. Left receipts and letter with George Hancock. \"I start in a few days for Kentucky with my little family \u0026amp; small portion of this world's goods--my wife Elenor has been in a bad state of health since early spring. My mother \u0026amp; brother Andrew also are in bad health as usual. Write if you receive this letter. Address letter to Lincoln County near Stanford Kentucky.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists officers elected by company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Offers to sell stills\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet him in Staunton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists terms on which he will settle with Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces ? McKnight who claims land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms upon which he will sell his farm, mill, dwelling house and distillery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms on which Josiah Dillon will pay Bank of Marietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms upon which the directors will accept payment of Dillon's debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods will take up Dillon's note on Bank of Marietta. Dillon will convey house and lot to Woods. Dillon will convey residue of property to George Paull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas offered for Congress. Chancellor made decree in Woods v. Lewis. Decree is agreeable to last verdict.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestioning whether a judgment against Josiah Dillon in federal court is a lien against property he has bought from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Poage to collect money due in execution of decree in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Poage directions about collecting it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntends to get money to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants McClandhan to collect money due on execution against William Lewis. Includes Archibald Woods to James Breckinridge.Woods blames Breckenridge for not paying over money owed him by William Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hughes received fee who will handle Woods' business with Bell. Pogue obtained judgment for 7,000 dollars against ? Brown. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if ? Hughes brought suit against Benjamin Bell for him. It not, will employ Alexander Marshall next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes college at Canonsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants all papers pertaining to lease of a piece of property sent to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased property of John Thompson. Woods is at liberty to make use of his house after expiration of the lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests pay for services as adjutant in 4th Regiment of Virginia militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts his difficulty in obtaining money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas had no further account from Staunton. \"I had expected to see Genll Paull present my compliments to ? and tell him to be so good as to procure a copy of your Constitution on Regulations of your Library and forward to me as soon as possible as I am to report on that subject for our town is establishing a library.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a decree against William Lewis. Clerk has failed to certify when the injunction was granted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Cannot be at election in Ohio County, West Virginia Hopes his opponent will not exceed him in that County more than 30 votes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants ? Woods (son of Archibald Woods) to come next week if he is coming to live with him. Will leave terms up to McLure.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrown wants to rent house. Wants a sign and four beds and complains of rent being too high.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Paull had held deed of trust on two lots in St. Clairsville, Ohio for money owed Bank of Marietta by Dillon. Paull is deeding property to Woods to discharge the deed of trust. Edward Bryson. Includes affidavit of William Farris, Junior.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorse bought by White or his brother in St. Clairsville, Ohio stands on lot bought by Woods from Josiah Dillon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShall be engaged at Judge Lockwood fitting out a boat. Mortgage must be recorded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to survey land to divide farm between Chapline and Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has deposited money with General James Breckinridge for Woods' claim. ? Walker previous to going to Kentucky left memo respecting Woods' suit with Wilson. No bill was filed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResults of election between William McKinley and Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not heard from lawyers concerning Woods vs. Lewis. Thomas Wilson is elected to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists tasks and prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull and the validity of Woods' title to Dillon's property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if copy of decree in Woods v. Lewis has been forwarded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNoah? Linsly has decided against Woods and Paull concerning the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull selling Dillon's lots to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmits payment to discharge note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the price of a hopperboy for a flour mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for delay. Called away by death of a friend in Baltimore. Has sent copy of decree to clerk of Monroe so he can issue execution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants James Paull to send him a pair of pigs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends decree in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIssued against property of Amos Shearman and Joseph Ferroi in the lawsuit of Matthew Kerr v. Ferroi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppoints Woods president of a court-martial to try James G. Laidley for disorderly behaviour and disobedience of orders at the 113th Regiment. \"Also for conspiring with his subaltern officers previous to said muster to be disorderly on the day of said muster.\" Includes Benjamin Biggs, certifying he did employ John Finney to summons the officers to attend the trial of Laidley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requests Erwin pay forty-two dollars to ? Evans for license to rise hopperboy at Woods' mill. \"The mill stands on Wheat's run a branch of Wheeling Creeke in Ohio County...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends bill of complaint for Woods to answer in \u003cemph render=\"italic\"\u003eWilson's Executors v. Woods.\u003c/emph\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructed by Lieutenant Governor \"to inform you that commissions cannot issue...until it shall be specified...what vacancies they are to fill; or if for a new company that also should be specified.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George William Smith, Lieutenant Governor and Jno W. Pleasants. Includes Benjamin Biggs attesting that Andrew Howlett had taken oath as captain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Needs oats from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoseph Cloyd's wife and daughter died. Houston's \"son Andrew got a cut on his knee last winter which had nearly taken his life.\" Gives other family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods vs. Lewis and Wilson's heirs vs. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has made an alteration in the promissory note Woods sent for him to sign. Includes of John Anderson, undated., to Archibald Woods, Ohio County, West Virginia Robert Anderson is not willing that John Anderson should quit his work before harvest so Woods can expect them July 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order regiment to Wheeling for muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas collected 792 dollars in execution granted in Woods v. Lewis. Marshall has taken all the personal property of William Lewis. Let him know how to transmit money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease the stone house and stable to be built. Describes how stable is to be constructed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent articles written for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends sympathy for death of Archibald Woods' son. Unable to attend funeral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased with executive appointment of a judge for our circuit. Try to block appointment of ? Jackson by legislature. Thinks Congressional session will be long and boisterous. His reception in Woods' County has made impressions on his mind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeix agrees to build a barn for Evans. Description of how it is to be built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers land for sale adjoining land owned by Woods at the mouth of Capteen Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies Woods that a note of Michael Cresap, endorsed by Woods is due and unpaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eZebu Warner is indebted to Woods for rent. Gives Griffith options on how to handle the collection. Includes Archibald Woods to Zebu Warner. Concerns rent owed to Woods. See Folder 656 for documents of 1811 October 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaments loss of Woods' son. Not able to make any statement with respect to Woods' account with George Poage without assistance of Woods' papers. Includes receipt from J. Russle ? to David Banes? for wheat to the account of Archibald] Woods.Includes fragment of an account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Woods has made purchase of the Jughandle Mills, write him and he will send Woods a draft of his proportion of the half.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpoke to R. ? Thompsonwho is considered one of the best house-carpenters here respecting the undertaking of your house. The Republican ticket succeeded in all three members with a majority of two to three hundred votes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has learned by George Paull that Mr. Lewis has sold his land. Informed a proposition is made by Mr. Lewis to pay to William Poageof Augusta for Woods. Thanks McClandhan for his friendly aid in having the business brought to a close. Speculates on other terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns taxes on land in Ohio County owned by Cloyd family and by Matthew Houston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to make him some flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that he look for patents for George and Isaac Kelly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to tell him how to go about military patents. Has visited the President and also attended the House of Madam. At next interview with President intends to mention the Road. Many petitioners praying to be relieved from injuries sustained under the nonimportation law. Affair of the Chesapeake settled. Determined representation for the states. The \"Harriet\"; sails in a few days with messengers to England and France. Mr. Taylor son of John Taylor goes to England and Mr. Biddle son of Clement Biddle goes to France. \"it is hard to say what course our great men will take. I believe...leaders know not what to do. Not do I know who is to be the leader. I believe in Caucus it was determined to elect Henry Clay, speaker and they did elect him.\" Describes Clay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas about thirty-five feet of pipes now by him and expects to set another kiln next week when he expects to have Woods' in it. Wants to know what other kind, of ware Woods would wish to be sent along with them. \"Here let me remark that Mr. Wales opinion of stone ware pipes is higher than ever \u0026amp; he regrets that the town of Steubensville does not use them instead of wood.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo assign and transfer to Archibald Woods twenty shares in Bank of Steubenville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his recollection of a transaction between himself and John McClure. Mr. Reed's young daughter died. Have searched for cloth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for being so long, in making his returns because he couldn't understand it. Includes Andrew Howlett to Archibal] Woods, 1811 December 30. Has sent returns by Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns settling Woods v. Lewis. \"Beware of being taken in as all those people are Great Sharpers. Beware of going in any barter or bargain with them. If possible they will try to pawn some old or good for nothing Negroes on you, or some other old stuff or bad bonds.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Received four hundred dollars from William Lewis. Taken a bond on Burwell. Not knowing the amount of the Execution nor Credits, could not go into a final settlement. Can have it credited to execution by writing clerk of Monroe or attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Ann Woods for sending Patty up. Glad to hear of Betsy's safe delivery. \"if I live as long as the first week in May and no accident happens I expect to have an addition to my family, already too large, but when we have them we are sorry for to part with them.\" Misses her husband who is in Congress. Hope he returns in March, but if they declare war he may be detained a month or two longer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresented draft to Sheffey. Mentioned \"the establishment of the Road to his Majesty but have no answer to the point.\" Discusses increase in military establishment. Bills on Navy laid on table to make room for land force. Wilson voted no to raising 25,000 soldiers. Asks what the people think. Doubts leaders. Thinks war will ensue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received draft to settle Woods v. Lewis. Has to be sent back to William Poage to obtain proper endorsement. \"We hear of nothing here but war...\" Lists bills concerning raising troops. President will not act on the U.S. Road, saying there is no money to expend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs making enquiries about a 3000 acre tract of military land in Ohio County. Asks if land has been sold for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Evans to sell his farm to Eoff. Evans is also to convey his interest in the ferries across the Ohio River and across Wheeling Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrescribing the uniform of the Virginia militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses patent to Woods. Asks for recommendations for officers in \"our (to be made Army)\". Rage for war has subsided. Looks for proposition to repeal non-importation law. Houses passes bill to repair old frigates. Mentions William Branch Giles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould survey his land but had to attend Superior Court at Wheeling. Makes proposal for 200 to 250 acres. Offer is eight gallons good whiskey and one dollar per acre. He offers flour. Draws plat to explain offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerson who delivers letter is authorized to sell land for General James Allen and Col. David Allen. Discusses past dispute with Woods over land in Kentucky he bought from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuilding a sawmill. Thinks Mallory should have house he is renting taken from him. Doesn't know anyone else to rent it to. Benjamin Ruggles wants Paull to go in with him and others on laying out a town, (Woodsfield?)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas heard rumors that political enemies may try to have election for clerk set aside if they lose. Suggests that Robert Woods as eldest magistrate to require sheriff to summons all magistrates to elect a clerk for County court in place of Moses Chapline, deceased. Suggests form to use.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods recommendations for commissions as officers. Trouble raising money. Considered salt tax. \"The 'Constitution' has returned ten days \u0026amp; no report of anything from England and France.\" Sheffey has paid no money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoesn't have time to consider offer for land. Prefers bank stock to land. Prefers cash to bank stock. If others sell out, he does not wish to be backward. Does not think Archibald Woods' offer for his interest in Botetourt includes what he will receive from Elijah Woods. Wants Brother James Woods to appoint attorney to settle price of land Robert Woods is to have from Joseph Woods and make a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses British spy, John Henry. \"It is not yet determined who is to be next President. DeWitt Clinton is spoken of.\" April elections will express public mind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses land owned by David and James Cloyd and Matthew Houston in Ohio County. In Woods v. Lewis. Lewis has sold land to ? Burwell. Lewis has paid $7,000 to William Poage. James Greenlee married Miss ? Paxton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends his handling of Woods business in the suit of Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods he can expect an embargo. Asks him to let ? Shepherd and all friends know.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists officers to be commissioned. Has enclosed documents \"for the information of the people.\" Forwarded report on subject of U.S. Road. Doesn't expect anything to be done concerning road west of Monongahela. Not at liberty to say more about embargo. Received no more money from Sheffey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not gotten a person to go see Windle for purpose of making a purchase. Has not gotten survey made of Capteena land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending John McLure to collect $7,000 left by William Lewis. has written clerk of Monroe County to stay execution until November.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Woods (uncle) wishes to purchase 200 acres of land from him. Price is $1,600. Has written father to give Archibald Woods a power of attorney. Owes Robert Woods. In addition owes $3,000-4,000 in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to be recommended to be appointed a major in army to be raised in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSheffey does not find it convenient to give a settlement at this time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that bearer be paid thirty-nine dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seven thousand dollars as part of the execution against William Lewis in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to enter quarters of land?. Includes document of Archibald Woods. Asking that volunteers for the army be encouraged. Tells what pay and rations soldiers will receive.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seen Battial Harrison who has the Virginia military land warrants. Will make some proposition. James Paull has gone to Richmond. Would rather deal with Paull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Henry Greene who wishes to obtain advice respecting the validity of a claim of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds brick to mend a hearth. Asks for late newspapers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigning his office in the Wheeling Light Infantry. Woods has written two names on the letter as possible replacements for Pannill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on the measurement of lumber. Does not like quality of the boards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to know if Woods intends to let him have Mr. Ramsey's place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePut advertisement in paper for sale of town lots and sent notices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt the first muster of the Wheeling Light Infantry, ensign of the company made known his intention to decline serving in the company in the capacity of an officer longer than five years from the date of his commissions. Company elected a replacement, John Richardson and recommended him to be appointed. Includes Archibald Woods, listing possible officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad sent commission to Jno Richardson to be ensign in Wheeling Light Infantry. Since Richardson has been accused in affidavit by ? Zane of saying he would not interfere if slaves in eastern part of state rose up and murdered their masters, he should return his commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recommends Mr. Ross to repair public arms. Woods has written on the letter: William Ross at Frederick Town on Monongala River, Washington County, Pennsylvania\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed will gives the course of the war. Woods' son, Thomas, stayed with him. Thinks it's high time for Congress to adjourn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStill wants $1600 for the land he is offering to Robert Woods. News about Andrew Woods, Robert Woods, and John M. Walker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent horse pasture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods to have the public arms repaired.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswer to a letter from Sheffey concerning Woods' manner of collecting money due him in Woods v. Lewis. Includes earlier draft of above. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of Daniel Sheffey's statement which Woods thinks is incorrect. Tries to understand the statement. Thinks majority of people are opposed to war. Cannot raise troops, as commander of 4th Regiment, Virginia militia. Has on company volunteers, one company drafted. Wife had large son, William. Nearly cost her her life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhiskey Woods has sold him is indifferent. Discusses salt works. Cannot hire or sell slave because he has a sore leg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot accept price Caldwell proposes for land. Gives his offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order his regiment to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to raise money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for paying taxes for him. Sends money by son, John Croghan. Mentions George Croghan. Will consider exchanging land with Woods after he gets necessary information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks questions concerning impressment of camp kettles, axes, and wagons. \"The troops from this Regiment are to meet at this place on Tuesday next and will proceed in boats to the place of Destination, on Wednesday if possible, say Thursday at farthest. I shall be happy to meet and accompany the troop from your Regiment.\" Late orders authorize the Col. commanding to provide for the transportation of the baggage. \"My opinion is that wagons should be procured in each regiment, they can be sent by water to point pleasant, the horses by land, the camp kettles so far as we may stand in need will be taken from Mr. Dutty... Keel Boats going to Kenhawn for salt can be procured if you can engage but I have as yet engaged by one, three will be necessary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnderstands Woods' men are to meet this day at Wheeling. Sends Capt. Russel to receive from information as to boats for the transportation of the troops and also as to provisions. \"Say five days Rations of bread and salt pork of Bacon, ready cooked, my wish being to go on Day and Night if possible until we arrive at Point Pleasant.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo raise supplies for families of soldiers. Includes minutes of a meeting of citizens of Richmond, Manchester and their vicinities held at the Capitol. Resolved that name of association be \"The Society for promoting the success of the War against Great Britain.\" Lists duties of the association, including the appointing of a standing committee in each town and County.... 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To Capt. Lewis Bonnet to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure, William Irwin, and John Feay, that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00. Includes, Archibald Woods, certifying above. Includes warrant from Archibald Woods, to Benjamin Jefferies, to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifying Woods that a note endorsed by him for Morgan Jones is due and unpaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received, in the absence of the Governor, Woods' letter, asking to have made at Wheeling, arms for a troop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill attend court martial and pay his fine if it's proved he should have gone when called.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill leave home in a week for Washington. Should be glad to hear result of your election for electors. Expects peace ticket to have a large majority in his County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to make arrangement with Woods concerning stoneware and earthenware. Unable to get salt he needed for his manufacture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposes to start a newspaper with the press to be in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison ticket had a majority of 92. Stephen Van Rensselaer has met with a defeat. Has been informed that Return Jonathan Meigs has been insulted by the common soldiers and almost afraid of times at times to leave his quarters lest he might meet with insults.\" \"I am anxious to hear if peace is expected or if we must go on in this destructive war. If it is to continue God help the nation for in many places, the people are ready almost to cut other throats.\" Cites examples. Will write Daniel Sheffey for account with William Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill sell land for $12,000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks militia are expensive and ruinous. Thinks they can provide little real service \"as well might you put unbroken Horses to a Wagon--they possess the strength \u0026amp; spirit--but they will not pull together.\" sees no prospect of speedy termination of the war. \"the Administration which makes War does rarely make peace.\" Discusses War Hawks. Anxious to hear about Virginians in Western Army. Will present statement to Daniel Sheffey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Cloyd military lands in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives directions for morning and evening parades.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and news of household activities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods should rent to ? Hollister. Terms are too high for Okey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas spoken to General S. Smith about lands in Wheeling. Land is owned by James A. Buchanan of Baltimore. \"No doubt the Papers give you an account how our Generals in the North have managed their campaigns . Was ever a Nation cursed with such officers.\" Secretary of Navy has resigned. Gives makeup of regiments and number. Thinks too many. \"We attempt more than we can do well.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns politics in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends statement concerning execution in Woods v. Lewis. Asks Hamilton to try to see execution and aid him in obtaining his money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmitting advice of council that any artillery companies who are furnished with gun carriages may build sheds to protect them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Woods to rent land (including orchard) to Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods' letter. Lands on Wheeling Creek belong to heirs of his father. If Woods will make proposition, Buchanan will submit it to the heirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Buchanan attitude toward selling land. Has received no news from James Winchester concerning River Raisin defeat. Disagrees with conduct of the war....\"but you and I have it not in our power to regulate these things; but with the people we should speak a language which should be heard even? in the recesses of the palace.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to rent land to the Varneys. Woods is to supply livestock and utensils.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to suspend collection of fine against him because his son failed to attend regimental court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"You may expect something like an Embargo before we rise.\" Expects tax bills to go up. Has put letter before Secretary of War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo be partners in purchasing flour for export to New Orleans or elsewhere.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApparently, two commissions have been served to same person. Woods describes the two men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for saying he will tend to paying the taxes on his land. Since Woods title to land in Kentucky is disputed, he does not want to exchange.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Barnett to build a log house. Gives details on how house is to be built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromise to give possession of a house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to let John D. seaman have flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds lime to finish house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo sell Barrit land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas concluded a bargain with William Sharpless for house and lot. Troops have mounted. Col. Perkins has resigned. Paull expects to be colonel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns opening a road from Woodsfield to Marietta, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Making arrangements to sell property to William Sharpless in event he does not return from war. Intends to go into mercantile business. Have drawn clothing for 27th Regiment and tomorrow start for upper Sandusky and the Lower Sandusky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes affidavit of Josiah M. Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTroops are getting ready to march.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes difficulties in provisioning troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' letter apparently miscarried. Must prepare for a campaign in September.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns payments for barrels of flour?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists repairs (and cost) to muskets and certifies that Adam Keller did the work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettling of accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to locate Betsy and arrange for her to be sent home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to make a survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order troops for muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns selling a house and lot to Sharpless.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Woods' son, Franklin, can get an appointment in militia. Thinks serving will be good for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sale of house and land to a Mr. Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Franklin Woods arrives. Gen. William Henry Harrison appointed him a third lieutenant. Paull gives his philosophy about serving in the army. Gives instructions about selling house and lot to Sharpless.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSorry to hear of ill health of Mrs. Paull. Surprised to hear that Franklin had enlisted. Discusses war. \"This war of glory or glorious war-which appears to be attended with every calamity defeat and disaster that ever in any shape befell any country ancient or modern-how is it? Are nations punished in proportion to their demerits?...I never once for a moment supposed that the contemptible province of Upper Canada peopled by semibarbarians could have held the United States at bay for more than a year-and even make inroads upon us--\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends forty-one guns and thirty six cartridge boxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharges that Roberts tried to avoid danger withdrew himself from Tyamochta and allowed the baggage of his company to be lost; let tobacco, coffee and chocolate be traded for sale and let other baggage be left and lost; said men did not have to serve past 22nd of March; and used threatening language to a captain. Signed by David Pugh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wants Linsley to try to settle an agreement made with ? Ross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Oliver Hazard Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods aid in helping a Mr. Dear enter land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by B. D. adjutant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns cutting trees and Woods' accusations that Holister has wasted nails and boards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMalory has had trouble entering lands at Woodsfield. Barber wants to encourage settlers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses battle at Moravian Town Battle of the Thames. Includes general orders congratulating the troops after the battle of Moravian Town, Michigan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetitions are doing very well perhaps concerning a division of Belmont County, Ohio. Barretts have not yet marked out the road. George Swaney has not marked road. Wife wants to move back to river. Would like to rent from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that Mrs. Woods acknowledge release of dower to his deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathizes with Woods' rheumatism. Has resigned his pastoral charge and preaches only occasionally. Gives family and neighbor hard news. Only chance for peace is defeat of Bonaparte. Gives a calculation of no peace before 1866. Recommends George Stanley Faber's book on prophecies. Conrad Speece is preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives excuses for why he has not paid money or salt to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes affidavit, (witnessed by George Knox, Alexander Chaplinand Benjamin W. Mahan) of Joseph Spencer that he will not challenge the title of Woods to the land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrived in Detroit \"the second of October after a long and tedious march of about 30 days from camp Seneca. The 27th Regiment has taken quarters in this place for this Winter which was very lucky for the officers having lost all their clothing.\" Has been sick with bilious fever. Learning duties of a Lieutenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParks is to pay fifty flour barrels annually.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs concerned about Betsy's ill health. Her family is well. She has eight children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays it is second time he has written Woods to come for money. Asks to have deed drawn in Huey Gilliland's name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends to Woods for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Gen. Lewis Cass indicates troops are sickly--upwards for 2,000 are down. Has sent Woods an old deed of trust.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns possible repeal of a law creating a new County?. ? Hammond has written William Sharpless advising him to take Paull's property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns money ? McCluney hopes to recover in a law suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns creation of and location of courthouse in Monroe County, Ohio. Did not pass lower house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects an attack before spring by British and Indians. Illness among troops\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking excuses for John Wheeler who has been unable to attend musters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy white oaks from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received $200 from Daniel Sheffey. Requests family news. \"the Democrats here are very sanguine in expectation of peace. I think the probability is that if Clay's oratorial powers can avert it he will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns creation of new County i.e. Monroe. Road has not been marked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by James Harbour, Governor. Registered by J. W. Pleasants. Bears seal of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns selection of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChange in law for time of training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods if he has purchased the place which Joseph Ramsey purchased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObligated to attend at West Liberty on business of Wheeling Bank. Capt. Howlett is gone to Washington. Lt. Brady will attend for him. Howlett's opinion is that companies of Capt. Jeffries, Gratehouse, Frazier, and Howlett compose the upper Battalion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting terms a tract of land may be purchased on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoubts if appointment of M. J. White as president of a bank to be organized by the Ohio Company? would be good.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas gotten commissioners to lay out road from Marietta to Monroe County line. Needs information from Woods on where a road from Woodfield ought to intersect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods' presence at a stockholders meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Woods' letter advising of Chapline succeeding against Cresap. Sending money by his son, John, to reimburse Woods for payment of land taxes. Knows nothing of ? Doddridge, or of mortgage he has against Mr. Hall. Has asked about land and house belonging to Mr. Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns runaway slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 120 acres on the Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas settled with William Sharpless. Woods can receive 50 shares of bank stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds six bushels of corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Croghan is commander. His mode of commanding is preferable to former commander, Col. Butler. Franklin Woods would like to resign. Is in debt. Did not receive money sent out by George Paull. Describes fort.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Atkison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses dry goods. \"I would, not recommend your going into business until peace is made.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetsy (Woods) Paull continues to mend. On trip to visit his father. Major Gwynn says 26, 27, \u0026amp; 28th Regiments will be consolidated. Expects to lose his rank. \"Betsy wishes you to write her as soon as her mother is confined.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for arrest of Archibald Hamilton on charges he received twenty dollars from James Burrus who was applying for exemption from service. Includes affidavit, undated, of Samuel McClure.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo vote for directions in the Ohio Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes copy of charges against Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFew soldiers left in Regiment. Mentions consolidations and possibility of Paull and himself being extra officers and struck off. 27th Regiment has been disgraced. Cannot get clothes. \"if any officer appears on parade without blue pantaloons and boots he is immediately arrested.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Chapline can inform about the discoveries about property lines. Will expect sheep and probably will take some half breed merino.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Woods had twins, one of whom died within 5 days. Expects Indian treaty. \" I do not know but it will be my turn to go to Norfolk in the next call or requision of militia.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning sale of Sharpless house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing uniforms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to sell Woods a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns William Baker who denies endorsing Jones' note; and salt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to settle debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send Woods his horse if cannot find a better one at fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending Woods his horse. Will send epaulets.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to a muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold sorrell horse. Has got no marching orders yet. Petitions being circulated concerning location of County seat of Monroe County, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Fawcett acting as attorney for Samuel Cope to sell a house and lot in Wheeling, West Virginia to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a house and lot in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends what he thinks register's fees are.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends a petition concerning militia fines. Expects lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives hours. Fines will be strictly enforced. All funds on hand will go to purchase books. Arrears on shares must be paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not have any desire to sell land he owns in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003efor Woods to lease land to Steenrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a lawsuit Philip Doddridge is handling for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders 10th, 17th, 18th, and 10th Brigades to Norfolk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes a deposit on quarter sections. Has been at Woodfield clearing streets. Hopes to see Barber when commissioners meet to fix seat of justice for Monroe. Has been engaged marking a road to the Ohio from the new town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor property given to Woods by Biddle to satisfy rent that is in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns quarter section of land Smith wants to enter. The bearers, Mr. Smith and Baker want to rent. Show them the land where Duvall lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to enter quarter sections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been recommended as coroner of his County. Would like appointment to Woods staff. Wants appointment and hope Woods' staff are not required to march.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJesse Hunt's brother owns land Woods is interested in. Jesse Hunt offers ten dollars per acre for land Woods owns near his brother's land. Discusses flour milling and whiskey distilling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking to be appointed surgeon to 4th Reg't, Virginia Militia. Includes 1815 February 4 of John Connell. H. Marshall and William McHenry to Woods, recommending Stevenson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Is satisfied that he received thirteen bushels of corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdam Kellar wishes to ride home to Richmond instead of marching with rest of troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to rent land for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Archibald Woods to Marshall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Spence has been arrested for desertion. Asks for a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Goodridge and Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeither state nor federal government has funds to pay troops. Arrangements will be made to pay them at a later date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to remit John Spence's sentence for desertion and release him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Barrett and for Barrett to repair a cabin and clear land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods explains the unusual nature of his muster return due to the circumstances of their march.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Bonnett resigns his commission as major of the 1st Battalion of the 4th Reg't of Virginia Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGot three quarter sections of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoffert does not want to sell his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas bought land from Jacob Ash that he had no right to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas no recollection of articles of agreement between George Poage and Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill stick to his terms for selling land. Asks Woods to sell his lame horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 56 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend note against James Woods (with deed to him) to Joseph Woods. Includes James Woods to Robert Woods?, undated. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough Woods thinks settlement of Poages' claim against him made by Chapline and Thomas Woods is totally against him, he will agree to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas found a slave who ran away from Archibald Woods. Has promised slave if he would return, he would not be whipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests commission as lieutenant for Jon Curtis if Woods has it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates when he wants to hold a battalion court of inquiry and a regimental court of inquiry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not wish to buy Croghan's land at the price Croghan named. Will sell his horse for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods, McCluny of Charlestown is in Wheeling if he wishes to see him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA man wishes to buy land. Asks Woods for amount. Mr. Scott wants to know if Mr. Morrison can have a set of stable logs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDid not know of muster until day of muster. His knee was out of place and he had no horse to ride.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to make some disposition of a military land claim placed in his hands by Woods fourteen years previously.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land and ferries to Malory and Long. Malory and Long can also tap sugar maples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' land has been sold for taxes but can redeemed within two years of sale by paying taxes plus interest. Woods should send money for taxes for 1814 and 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClay has drawn up petition to President to establish road to Wheeling. Meigs says tract for sale in Indiana Territory will be open for sale in April or May.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not be able to go to Indiana Territory ?. Fears prices will be too high. A tract of his land (4066 acres in Wood County) was sold for taxes. Asks Woods to redeem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders a day of training of officers and a day of regimental muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiller's brother does not yet know the result of his application to cob. Walker relating to lands on Green River. Discusses bank paper. Hears there is petition before Maryland legislature to establish a state bank. Has Philadelphia worried. Mentions possibility of a turnpike to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not expect deposit being replaced by any act of Congress. Cumberland Road must await annual appropriation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not have extra capital. to invest in Woodfield, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill return a runaway slave for Woods for a fee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecision on U.S. Road to Wheeling has been referred to Sec. of Treasury; however, Dallas is a Pennsylvanian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to check on Woods' land, but thinks it has been sold for taxes. Woods' mother is in her usual state of health, but her memory fails her. Gives news of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends the assessment of Woods' land which Woods thinks is too high.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChief of Wyandot Indians is dead and his tribes are desirous of selling their lands. No report on U.S. Road. House of Representatives are now discussing direct tax. Mentions birth of a son to Mrs. Paull (Woods' daughter.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to trade money and horses for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarded Woods' letter and memorial from citizens of Wheeling to Clay. James Ross and Charleston people are exciting opposition. ? Connel has obtained depositions on a road from Charleston to Zanesville and made a statement relative to Town of Charleston. Asks Woods for depositions concerning Wheeling. Lands in Indiana not ready for sale yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresident has made a communication to both houses concerning Cumberland Road. It contains a statement of expenditure already made and those necessary to complete it. Commissioner of land office has promised a complete map of Indiana Territory. Will send to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Indiana Territory, its land, its inhabitants and prospects for the sale of the public lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecretary of Treasury reported in favor of Wheeling for U.S. Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Secretary of Treasury has decided in favor of Wheeling for the Cumberland Road route. Senate has passed bill for levying direct tax of three million dollars. House of Representatives is considering bank bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecretary of Treasury reported to President on Cumberland Road, in favor of Wheeling. Mentions land tax of three million dollars. National Bank bill is under consideration in the House of Representatives. House passed bill authorizing members to frank during recess. Doesn't think it will pass Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cockayne to sell Woods two hundred acres of land in Warren County, Ohio. Woods has right to give land back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been informed that President confirmed report of Secretary of Treasury concerning the Cumberland Road. Exertions now will be to procure a large appropriation. Commissioners of land office cannot fix any time when land in Indiana Territory will be sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received five dollars from Woods. Sends pantaloons back to him. Asks about his militia discharge. J. G. Jackson has declared as a candidate. Willson is coroner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on Cumberland Road has been referred to Committee in House of Representatives. Republican caucus voted Monroe and Tompkins as candidates. \"on the subject of the road Monroe was decidedly your friend, his influence was important. I hope it will not be forgotten. However this subject must remain with yourself.\" Owing to sickness of draftsman in the land office has not been able to procure a map of the Indiana Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo hundred acres of land bought from Samuel Cockainis worth about four dollars an acre. Discusses Capteena land owned by Jeremiah Hurst. Glad Cumberland Road is settled. Gives price of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe committee to whom the Cumberland Road was referred have reported in favor of the appropriation. House of Representatives laid 30 per cent ad valorem duty on imported cottons. National Bank bill is now is Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCumberland Road being confirmed, he is waiting the result of the Appropriation. Connell and Doddridge still have plan for a military road. Shepherd hopes to be appointed a Superintendent, but if not wants contract for a section of it. \"Mr. Clay has done all he promised but Ruggles never gave out for which I do regard him as one of our particular friends. \"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent place where James Barrett lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublic lands have not been surveyed because Indians ordered the surveyors off. William Henry Harrison owns land near Vincennes and has laid it out in town lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow $1500 to use to buy bank stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy or borrow anvil.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions introduced to appoint committee to look into military road through Charleston. Bills passed House to admit Indiana and Mississippi as states. Nothing done on appropriation for building Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraughtsman in office is unable to attend to business. Sends sketch of Indiana Territory taken from Bradley's maps by a pupil of the draughtsman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHouse has passed appropriation of $300,000 for Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNecessary for Woods and Barber to pay up all the installments on the land Woodfield stands on so lot owners can have deeds. Wants Barber to go to Indiana with him. Wants to speculate with Barber's interest in Woodfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigns his commission as captain in the Wheeling Light Infantry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to borrow $160.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMcClandhan's father needs taxes paid on land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns appointment for superintendent of Cumberland Road. Connell has withdrawn. Moses Shepherd and Rolfe are applicants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning legal difficulties in collecting militia fines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay money to redeem land for taxes to County clerk of Wood County. Wilson's daughter died on April 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigns commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not heard from servants. Sends amount due on a fractional section. Has heard nothing from Indiana lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot attend training or regimental muster because of illness. Sends company return.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of lots to David Person and ? Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks terms for a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Will take depositions in lawsuit of Wilson (as administrator of Richard Nichols v. John Caldwell, Robert Woods, Archibald Woods et al. in District Chancery Court at Clarksburg, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends for corn meal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends for land patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to attend taking of depositions in Wilson v. Caldwell, Woods et al.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShall be ready to raise house for Franklin Woods. Needs flour and money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Request for payment of son's board. Includes account of ? Woods with Biddle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not want to buy lots at Doddridge's price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 178 acres in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMcClandhan's father is concerned he will lose his land due to taxes. Asks Woods to pay them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanted to build house on his lot but County has laid foundation of temporary courthouse in front of his lot at Woodsfield. Includes, Archibald Woods stating that he agreed to pay six dollars to commission to alter foundation of jail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends plat of public lands in Indiana. Gives his route to Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWatch with small glass is disposed of. Has two hunting watches left. Suggests Woods come to see them. Includes memorandum of an agreement between George Paull and Archibald Woods for the purchase of land in Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas looked at transcript of answers in lawsuit of S. R. Wilson vs. Woods et al. Thinks deeds are in office as part of W. Chapline, Jr.'s answer. Nothing more is necessary. Attendance at next term not necessary except for presence of patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal subpoena to attend at Chillicothe. Prisoner will not give his consent to his not going.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Smith has been to Marietta to enter fraction marked A. Woods. He left deposit of sixteen dollars. Asks Woods to be his special bail in suit of James Reff?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral William Henry Harrison recommends white river country very highly. Paull is concerned about what bank notes will be accepted as payment for land. Some of his are counterfeit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives circumstances of James Smith entering Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to give his recollection of a settlement of an estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for two subpoenas to be sent in lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods et al. \"We hung a negro here last Friday for rape on his mistress. The Methodists say he went strait to heaven.\" Shall have a new Judge on this circuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns land in Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if Woods' family will accompany his family to Augusta County, Virginia on a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFourth day of land sales. Has not bought an acre. Describes lands and prices. Jesse Hunt will not sell until he writes his brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas bought 2 1/4 sections. Describes land and sales.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Sockman to assist Doctor James Rolfe to count the public arms. Includes Sockman stating he has complied with the request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFranklin Woods fell from horse and dislocated shoulder. Wilson's mother and other family have started for Staunton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns meeting with Woods to discuss location of Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCan not come to Wheeling because hogs get in his corn everyday. Has business at Court. Asks Woods to tend to a note at the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes assault and battery by James Smith over hogs getting into corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia Thanks Woods for paying taxes on land. A. Hamilton does not think he owes Woods any money probably in setting Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas served in militia for 37 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo build a house. Gives specifications.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Wallings to clear twenty acres of land within two years for which Woods will give him fifty acres in Monroe County, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Sweeney to clear eight acres of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to bring him teaspoons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns bank bills in Virginia General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Woods of the death of his brother, James Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussed embassy with Secretary of State ?. The committee have reported a bill favorable to the Caldwell resolutions and made Columbus Ohio? a point. Compensation bill is repealed. Banks will commence specie payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease eleven acres to Bowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Jackson's Treaty with the Creek Indians and the opening up of land in Georgia and Alabama as a result. Describes land. Gives news of death of his father James Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection of James Moore. Sale of public lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Sweeny ? has left place. James Smith has Mallory indicted for keeping a disorderly house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute between John Connell, and John Dix over their co-partnership in Brooke Furnace will be arbitrated. Woods is to serve on panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives status of Wheeling bank notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave plank and are ready to start on a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of James Woods. Account of murder of one negro slave by another. Discusses prices. Asks Woods help in settling debts in Ohio. Neighborhood news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Barber to send land certificate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet Woods at St. Clairsville and pay him principle. Then Woods can see William Downey for interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor McKinney to build a bridge on the Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn conference with ? Thompson, they have decided to delay purchase of goods till season for laying in fall cargo. Regret Franklin Woods cannot be put on a certainty as to company's employ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning their letter to him about the business of their company and their not hiring his son, Franklin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpened Woods' letter to William Croghan, Jr. Gives Woods opinions on land in Indiana. Thanks Woods for previous friendly acts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cleaburn Simms to serve as deputy sheriff to finish up his business as the former sheriff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks compensation for a great cost given to Woods by George Paull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends four hundred dollars to pay Robert Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Dugan and Linton to build a bridge as part of the Cumberland Road. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Thomas McGeer) of Matthew Stewart of Pittsburgh to fulfill above contract, 1817 September 19. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Ben Galloway) of Thomas McGeer and Henry Jordan to fulfill above contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns land purchase?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoards for Woods' house in Woodsfield are ready.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over stone the Irishmen quarried.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to do Woods' work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to keep a hand he has hired to drive his oxen a few more days.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns digging a well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill build wall. Asks for advance of fifty dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of a third party J. Mallory who has done all in his power against him and against whom he has a judgment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think James Smith has proof of slander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOf his handling of an execution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds planks. Hopes to settle dispute between himself and James Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSonny Smith has been ill so long. Man from Kentucky needs his horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. Werninger has Negro boy for sale. He ran away and is confined to jail. \"The family are well and doing well considering the great loss we have sustained.\" Asks it he will be safe in receiving the notes of the Ohio Company for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites by Mr. Woods. Enjoys good health and expects to settle there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProblems with building a bridge for Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns problems with his hauling stone for the Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods is upset over Thompson's suggestion that someone else should take charge of bridge building in the area for the Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for building a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns elections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns building bridge at Lee's Run for the Cumberland Road and paying the laborers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept Woods' offer to buy his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to draft a form of an assignment of the contract for Paull to endorse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegislature has done nothing of importance. Legislature is discussing defects in the Constitution. Mentions various bank bills. \"The Legislature seems very much in the Spirit of making banks and new counties.\" Col. Poage mentioned in his letter that Woods' mother has been stricken with the palsy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mallory is upset that Woods has rented the store at the mouth of the Capteena with one acre of ground to Henry Swippe. Does not want Swippe to have the ground. Thinks James] Smith and Swippe are trying to run him off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease a grist mill and house to Waddell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscontent of people renting land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mallory is going to give up possession of Woods place. Blames troubles on James Smith and Henry Swippy. Asks Woods not to rent the place to them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Needs Woods to appear at suit of Fract? against him. Blames James?] Smith for the lawsuit being brought. Discusses his dispute with Smith involving a letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends vacine crust.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Will move to the place Mr. Parks lives on and intends to comply with bargain Vance and Woods agreed on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTraces chain of title for a lot and house in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods how to proceed in collecting pay for his son from Paymaster General.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises to make a final settlement of their business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas written previously accepting Woods' offer for his land. \"The family of my father has been greatly distressed occasioned by the death of my uncle Genl. G. R. Clark.\" Growth of Louisville is astonishing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a house, shop, garden and field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs leaving plantation and wants to settle up with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMerchants in Maysville are dissatisfied with those in Pittsburgh, Would like for men to set up commission business in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOhio members have called upon William Henry Crawford on subject of his orders to receivers of public monies. Has received money for Woods' son, Franklin. Bill has passed Senate to allow purchasers one more year to pay for lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns business dealings with ? Nichols.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoubts sale of a lot in Wheeling due to foreclosure is legal. As Martin's executor, he must try to recover the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over number of rails counted toward rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the arbitration of a dispute over whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMen in Wheeling are planning a commission merchant house to supply merchants in Kentucky so they no longer have to deal with Pittsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTook warrant of attorney to enter judgment against Charles Wells.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo Kentucky paper in the Bank. Negotiation with Bank at Cincinnati has taken all our paper south of Chillicothe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Woods' letter and a letter and power of attorney from Robert Poage?. Will investigate possibility of brother defrauding a brother and the helpless children of the brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses assignment of Stepp certificate. Certificates assigned by Paull to Woods must have County seal. Flood has killed Jno. Hardesty family and ruined crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents In notion of going to Kentucky but now thinks of Woods' area. Seeks information. Includes, in a different hand of a genealogical chart of the Breckinridge family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Cox' letter containing charges exhibited against Williams and Josias Thompsonas agents of the National Road. Assumes they are the charges stated by James Marshall. Will state what he knows about. Charges concern sinking of ground on hill above and adjoining Wheeling, distance of road at Shepherd's Mill, too many bridges on little Wheeling Creek, contracts to bidders who could not carry them out and for purchasing land and changing road to pass land he purchased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods has made statement towards exculpating Thompson and Williams from charges concerning their handling of building of National Road. \"I think Col. Williams conduct in relation to this business cannot well be impeached as he has acted uprightly and in most instances as the charges relate to you they are groundless also. Although such are the facts, yet good grounds for charges against your official conduct do exist.\" Criticizes Thompson for changing road, and allowing contractor to use logs and brush, for want of firmness and decision, and did not look at a place where he could have saved a spring. Thompson had mentioned in Wheeling that some mystery existed respecting the drafts drawn by Shepherd and Paull causing a suspicion that Woods was concerned in that transaction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRebuttal against Woods' letter. If Woods knew Steenrod was using logs and brush, he should have reported it. Thinks Woods is angry because Thompson removed him from managing a sector of the road. Thinks Woods is trying to have him removed as superintendent. \"You may shew your teeth but cannot bite.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates Thompson did not remove him. He discontinued himself. Knows Thompson saw logs and brush placed in road bed. \"This would not be a dispute between Charleston and Wheeling. It will be simply whether the government will permit their superintendent to be a contractor also at the same time.\" Has three articles proving it and will disclose it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of him and his clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill come tomorrow bringing money for land. Authorizes Woods to make arrangement with Feay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods must move his fence which is interfering with National Road. In absence of superintendent have consulted Steenrod. \"Owing to the ill health of Steenrod's family we think by the track you pursue you are treating him with that injustice that a neighbour ought to shudder at.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' land will not be sold for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks land values for purchase by others and himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a disputed account for hauling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a debt owed by Spencer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to negotiate a settlement with Spencer concerning money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns terms of land deals. Gives opinion of how difficult Jeremiah Hunt will be to deal with. Lists prices of wheat, rye, corn, whiskey and flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants pay for himself and the 10th Brigade of Virginia militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree New England families have arrived. John Coll was elected Colonel of militia. Wants Woods help in establishing a land office at Woodsfield. \"The mail from Marietta arrived for the first time at Woodsfield on Wednesday past.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of where to locate National Road through Ohio is before committee. Anonymous writers are addressing Secretary of Treasury on the subject of road, imputing misconduct to Elie Williams, Josias Thompson and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for paying an installment for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Ohio legislature and describes inauguration of Governor ?. Debating right of privilege on memorial of Joseph Kerr who was arrested while serving in General Assembly. \"Mr. Hoge and family are well. He has not been invited to give us prayers nor do I expect that he will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppoints Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnal, directors of the Northwestern Bank. Includes minutes of Governor of council making the appointments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces Archibald Woods', William Chapline and Peter Yarnal's appointment to Board of Northwestern Bank. Details opposition to their appointments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods letter and with directions therein and papers from Jonathan Jacksonand will shape declarations in ejectment. Denies he is friend of U. S. Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Stipp has left down payment on land. State Senate passes resolution for convention. John Rowan and Jacob Burnett are there wishing to get a canal connecting Lake Erie to Ohio. Gives the legislative news. \"Mrs. Hoge has got a son and is well and the rest of the family.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreaty with Indians in Ohio is signed and land will be surveyed and offered for sale. Treaty with Indians for purchase of land in Indiana is undecided. Secretary of Treasury is making exertions to have road completed from Uniontown to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending copy of will of sister A. Poage and includes a copy of an affidavit for Woods to execute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends estimate to erect a building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells volume of mail he is handling as postmaster of Woodsfield. Sends Bishop's estimate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas checked into payment of revenue? for Ohio County. Last three years have been paid. Have not received any papers from directors of Northwestern Bank. Bill to raise legislators salary passed House of Delegates. Has bill before House to benefit Zacharia] Biggs. Bill to make paper of valley Bank receivable in treasury is applied for. Intend to have paper of Northwestern Bank included. Program slowly on revision of laws.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent property from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeerskins are not finished. Mr. Henry Jackson wants to rent a house from Woods. \"Squad of Yankeys have arrived at Woodsfield.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists terms he will sell his land on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses Jeremiah Hunts' terms. Send prices of wheat, rye, corn and flour. Sent flour to New Orleans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs working for establishment of a land office at Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a bank bill and other legislation pending before the Ohio legislature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends itemized estimate for erecting a building.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuse for not having sent Woods money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow 1000 to 1500 dollars from bank in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEzekiel Davis wishes to buy two lots in Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived final certificates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land disputed between William Croghan and the heirs of Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods if he can occupy a situation for an office on Woods' lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about militia pay in War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a lease from Woods to Henry Jackson which was signed over to John Coll. Coll has gone over mountains. Owes money. Many think he will not return. Two merchants, a wheelwright and one hatter have come to Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Reports on suit against James ? Dunlop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorizes Woods to borrow 1500 dollars from Northwestern Bank of Virginia at Wheeling. He will use land as collateral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill drive Woods' carriage to the springs. Needs some notice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Woods' case against Dunlop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSets up a meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing J. C. Wright's bond for Woods' shares of stock in the Steubenville Bank. Paull sold Wright his shares of stock on the same terms. Cannot procure anyone to drive carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends medicine to Mrs. Woods' daughter whom doctor has diagnosed as having consumption.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received letter from directors. Is unable to pay money. Wants to know if one hundred barrels of Great Kanamha salt could be sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks David Parson will pay money owed to Woods but money is scarce.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers his land again for sale. If Woods doesn't wish to buy, ask Capt. George Taylor. Has purchased a sugar plantation in Louisiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas talked to Capt. George Taylor about Croghan's land. Lists his reasons for not purchasing it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods what paper he'll accept to discharge notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to come out to settle money owed to him. Asks him to bring compass and chain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas built a frame store on his lot. Wants boards for window sashes. Money is scarce.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants rent reduced and gives reasons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts Woods' offer for his land and will make a special warranty deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for money for wool carding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives news of Wilson family. Asks permission to go to Augusta County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs letting Steenrod know what he plans to report to the Superintendent of the National Road concerning the section made by Steenrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers house and lot to repay notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit of Nicholas Administrators v. Caldwell, Woods et al. was decided for the defendants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol George Paull's slave has been bound to Mr. Lyon of Uniontown, Pa. Reports on Nichol's administrators v. Caldwell, Woods, et al. Decree has been made in Woods v. D. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to arrange a land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to move to Wheeling. Offers Woods his farm near Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes an offer for Berkshire's property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts Woods offer for his land. His father is dangerously ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlpheus Hillson started for Richmond. She intends going to school to Mrs. Gilison. Wants Mary Woods to come back and go with her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to collect debt owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas attended to Woods' request for a distributing post office at Wheeling and McLure will be retained as postmaster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces Board of Trustees meeting of \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies.\" Includes announcement, 1819, of appointment of Archibald Woods and others to serve on Board of Trustees of a \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies\" to be established by Mr. and Mrs. H. Eckstern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing the dates of the grants. Will pay taxes shortly. Thomas M. Randolph is elected governor. Three directors have been appointed for the North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo contract for building a mill race.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think it expedient at this time to make Wheeling a distributing office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePay Franklin Woods ten dollars for a set of chairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending a power of attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Caldwell to make public charges against Thomas Woods and himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his business. Has reduced debt in Philadelphia from $85,000 to $20,000. Expects Gen. Jackson will be ordered to take the Floridas. Discusses land in Alabama. Gives news of Woods family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seen postmaster general regarding setting up a post office in Belmont County, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing transfer of land you sold to John Sipp. Transfer needs witnesses. Sipp cannot pay money owed to Woods. Money is scarce. Includes George Paull to Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Moses M. Chapline shall apply for a judgment against Woods because his deputy, Archibald Hamilton failed to return a \"Capias Ad Sales Faciendum.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a grant of land. Treasurer of Virginia John Preston has promised to refund money and resign. German Baker of Cumberland has been appointed. First teller of Richmond branch of U.S. Bank has left with money. Mentions other legislative business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilson is deciding where to practice law. Applied for office of Councilor from Virginia. \"I was too well acquainted with the Tuckahoes to expect that any backwoodsman would be elected to that office...\" Asks his uncle's advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas eight thousand brick ready for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' son Thomas is commencing a suit against Joseph Caldwell for slander and wants to engage Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to see agreement between Woods et al and Stephen R. Wilson administrator \u0026amp; Joseph Spencer. Asks Woods to send copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to settle a note. Will W. Man? wants to have a job to clean land and a place to live.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not wish to sell his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to find anyone to rent Woods' place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell his land to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis friends have announced him for the Senate. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisturbed over the lawsuit between Thomas Woods and J. Caldwell. Gives legal advice concerning a dispute between Woods and the Chapline family over William Croghan's land. Knows Woods will consult with Philip Doodridge. Pindall wishes to decline in favoring Thomas Wilson at next Congressional election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines buying disputed land from Croghan because Chapline's have sold to a ? McCaine. Includes Woods copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to forward his memorial to the Postmaster General via Benjamin Ruggles to counter one being sent around for ? Yarnall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas presented memorial of Richard McClure to Postmaster General. Bill has passed Congress giving further time to purchasers of public lands to make the last payment. Thinks bill passed by Senate changing the land system will pass House of Representatives. Does not think bill to extend road through Ohio will pass.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over who is to rent Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas conferred with Pindall. McClure will be kept as postmaster unless a distributing office is set up at Wheeling. Did not address Postmaster-General.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWillson does not think his chances of election to Congress are very good.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to exchange land 3 1/4 miles above Middlebourne with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo dine with Josias Thompson and his wife, Tridelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Kirney to lease a house and garden in Wheeling, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if Woods will buy iron or castings? from him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat his Uncle Archibald Woods has nothing to do with the breaking off of a marriage proposal between him and E. Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports his version of a conversation between himself and James Spriggs concerning the marriage not taking place between E. Cross and Andrew Woods, Jr. Includes Autograph Note Signed, of Joseph Wilson, n.p. to Archibald Woods, n.p. Statement of Joseph Wilson as a witness to a conversation between Steenrod and Spriggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDenies allegations made by Armstrong about Woods' role in preventing marriage between Andrew Woods and E. Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurprised that Mr. Sprigg should bring him in as author of a report concerning Woods' connection with the breakup of a proposed marriage between Andrew Woods, Jr. and E. Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods would like to serve as one of the commissioners to locate the National Road from Wheeling to the Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to obtain a statement from ? Washington about Woods' appointment as a commissioner of the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas written to President to try to get Woods' appointed a commissioner for the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on the progress of a house Coll is building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Defends himself against accusations by Woods that Coll has wasted boards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to send deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account for education of Miss E. Woods and Miss Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay note due to Woods. Offers alternatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends deed by ? Drury whom he introduces to Woods. Asks that the $800 for the land be given to Drury.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to pay his bill for the National Intelligencer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay money he owes Woods. Has let ? Bishop go into a house owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Pindall has resigned his seat in Congress. Wilson discusses those vying to succeed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to arrange for two slaves to be sold together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnalyzes political race to succeed James Pindall in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Outlines legal issues over title to Croghan's land. Woods is unable to pay cash. Offers slave and flour. People in Ohio are protecting runaway slaves. The slave he offers in exchange for land he fears will run away to Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Zane needs to exert himself more to be elected to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to raise money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow money from Woods if Woods will hire out the money he has a judgment for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Beacher, a lawyer, to collect money for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of families and rentals in Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJackson got a majority of votes in Monongalia County to succeed James Pinball in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses money owed to Woods by Anthony Weaver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept slave for land, but not flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses election to succeed James Pindall in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to act as proxy in election of directors for Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns appointment of directors to Northwest Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the nomination of directors to Northwest bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWant to continue using Woods' house as a school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to offer his George Paull land to Daniel Steenrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses running a property line.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses survey of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Wilson thinks Woods probably should sue John? Wilson. No opinion of Spencer case yet. Wants to marry Woods' daughter, Mary, who is his first concern. Discusses Congressional prospects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains his delay because of stage accident.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks questions about her husband's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Chapline, Jr., ? Yarnal and Woods are appointed directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia. Does not think Zane will be elected to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received a counterfeit bill from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia Three new counties passed House of Delegates. Does not think legislature will act on re-apportionment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends patent from Land Office. Thinks law will pass granting relief to purchasers of public land. Three members of Congress have died.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to collect money owed to Northwest Bank of Virginia? Includes Joseph Woods, Nashville, Tenn., to uncle Archibald Woods. Has moved to farm and bill outside of Nashville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecollections on appointments of Directors of Northwest Bank. Election of two persons to Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Woods to settle a dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a report of debits and credits between Moses Shepherd and U.S. in regard to building the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFirst story of Woods' home is finished. Wants to put a shop on Woods' lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes to have cases tried for lands on Middle Island. Needs surveys made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Wilson will run for Congress against the Harrison County Candidate, E. B. Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased Woods has given him permission to gain Woods' daughter, Mary's affections. Does not want to elect E. B. Jackson unopposed. Analyzes his father's (Thomas Wilson) chances.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of recommendation for Sommerville \u0026amp; Moore who wish to borrow money from North West Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to be a character witness at his father's trial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to have special bail entered. Asks it a freeholder in Virginia can be sued although a resident out of the state. Asks that bonds be sent over by Thomas Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoliteness of Mr. Henry Clay. Secretary of Treasury will decide how Moses Shepherd' accounts with U.S. (concerning the National Road) should be settled. \"Mr. Clay has given some assistance.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for cornmeal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been informed that Woods is going to Indiana. Asks him to look into a land dispute for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends an account to Woods and asks for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease to Cole a tavern, farm, and ferries at mouth of Captina Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Woods to tend to collecting money for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods gives his philosophy of buying land and gives terms for an exchange of land with Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives excuses for not paying money owed to Woods and his prospects for paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHanes makes offer to work off debt owed to Woods by making brick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmith makes his offer to exchange land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents an offer to settle money owed to Woods by John Stipp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Wilson has lost election to Congress. Wilson's law practice has doubled due to the death of ? McGee, Woods' daughter, Mary, has agreed to marry Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Davis to close contract on land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell his house, lot and farm to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents ? Buchanan is waiting Woods' reply about selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas examined land records concerning heirs of Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles White has written to Raccoon Mills to pay taxes on Woods' land. Asks Woods to pay amount due to John White.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Good will hire his bellows out to Joseph Handlon, Woods will see they are taken care of. Includes, document of Joseph Handlon (witnessed by Andrew Donaldson) acknowledging receipt of the bellows.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds a reply from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. Berkshire will write Woods. Wilson describes the house Berkshire has for sale in Morgantown and other houses available in the town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas collected money owed to Woods by Asher Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Woods legal advice on a landlord collecting from a tenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods for patents to land. Woods has had money for the land for 25 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think house will suit the land or her business. Commission wants to tear it down. Mrs. Jackson has quit housekeeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns a dispute between Woods and Shepherd over Woods asking for security for a loan. Woods rehearses various incidents involving the building of the National Road. Includes draft of of Archibald Woods to Moses Shepherd, 1821 September 24, concerning a dispute between Woods and Shepherd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Suggestions about a possible suit against ? Booth. Wilson wedding with Woods' daughter, Mary, is set for December 6. N. Evans can not yet tell if he will sell house. ? Stealey may be interested in exchanging property with Woods. Stealey's landed property is bound so he cannot sell or exchange it. Eugenuis M. Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia, to Anne (Poage) Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia. Knows she will miss her daughter, but hope she will not delay the wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees with Woods that honest, independent men should be appointed to Board of Directors of North West bank of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeliver pork to Jasper Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid taxes for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to settle in Indiana and found a newspaper. Needs information from Woods on likely places to settle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a house and lot from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods' help in settling accounts with Moses Shepherd concerning the building of the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thinks they need to obtain advice of Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArchibald Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnall have been continued as directors in Northwest Bank of Virginia Board of Public Works are determined to coerce payment of state dividend due from North West Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses trip and social events in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Congress has asked for commissioners to file report in Moses Shepherd business (Shepherd's accounts with the U.S. in the building of the National Road.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enjoying life in the country. Gives disadvantages of Wheeling over Pittsburgh for trade. Involved in building the steamboat, \"Nashville of Tennessee.\" Still owes debts in Kentucky of $2l,4000. Gives news of Woods family in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent for only one year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Outlines a dispute with Isaac Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods' letter and expects to agree to the propositions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses terms of a land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to give bearer, J. P. Seaman, two barrels of flour. Will be credited to Woods' subscription to the Presbyterian meetinghouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement requested by John Nichols of what Samuels \u0026amp; Burckhaud had said respecting yours \u0026amp; his business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWells gives his statement concerning business between John Nichols and Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think John Wilson will bring suit. Needs copies of agreement regarding the compromise of a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines complying with Spencer's request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Rehearses his dispute with Isaac Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to live on Woods' land another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHousing alternatives in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has moved into house formerly occupied by Widow Jackson. Has gone in partnership with ? Gray in the tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to get paints?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn is put up. Other farm business is tended to. Asks if Franklin Woods is going down the river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHow and when money for public land is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies Woods his house must be moved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurprised Woods will not advance liquor for the tavern Coll and Gray want to establish in a building by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for two land suits he is handling for Woods have not been paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if a suit should be brought.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking for liquor for his tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents His conveyance of land to Woods omits lifting an obligation to ? Cole. Cannot meet a proposal of Woods concerning flour and whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisunderstood agreement with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recollection of a settlement of lawsuits against ? Nichols.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to survey some land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Register of the land Office, Marietta, Ohio. Asks Woods to send patent for land. Asks about a forthcoming sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Request to let William Clark have two barrels of flour out of Woods' subscription to the meeting house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Encloses receipt for James Pindall's fees. Wilson's suit against Booth will be lengthy. Still finishing his house. Philip Doddridge is candidate for Congress. Extreme politeness shown Wilson family by Edward Brake ? Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents As executor of Jeremiah? Hunt, he cannot exchange his brother's land, but can sell it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not wish to buy Woods' house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants use of a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thinks ? Meadows will buy land, if not, ? Buchanan will. Gives report on crops and prices. Describes hailstorm with stones measuring fourteen inches in circumference.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill set out for Indiana. James Paull has a bond on agents of the Penetentiary at Frankfort.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to divide and sell brother's estate's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimates cost of thirteen hundred dollars to build a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEugenius has had fever. House is not finished yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn his way to New Orleans. Gives prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas given information to ? Chesbrough. Recommends Chesbrough as a tenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold Woods' land to James Buckhanon. Gives news of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if Woods would exchange land in Ohio, for land in Indiana for Bowland's brother, Matthew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns property lines and rye.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppreciates Woods' offer regarding his house in Wheeling, but his wife is unwilling to reenter tavernkeeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying that he shipped himself on board the brig \"Harriot\" for Baltimore with paid passage \u0026amp; thirteen hundred \u0026amp; thirty dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of everyone, Wants more land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot keep tavern because wife is ill. Recommends John Isett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to visit the next day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrother Robert Poage got ankle dislocated. Has not heard anything respecting Mr. Jening's recent receipt?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a legal dispute. Will come in about October 5 or 6. concerns other collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill write a lawyer he knows in Kentucky to get information for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes death of Franklin Woods on board brig \"Harriott\". Woods' money, watch, and trunk are in possession of Capt. Diamond in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns taking of depositions of Philip Doddridge, Thomas Wilson and ? Hammond. \"I am of your opinion that the cause ought to be tried while Judge Tucker is on the Bench. I like his bold strait-forward way of getting at justice.\" Thomas Wilson's health is not good. His wife and child went out in carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a short address and petition relative to removal of the Seat of Government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSupervision of cleaning out of street. Expresses sympathy in loss of Woods' son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods for a description of his house in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudgment has been obtained in case of Paul's assignee v. Boothe. Mary is in as good health as could be expected from her \"delicate situation.\" Does not think he will move to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives legal advice from ? Hammond concerning the building of a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas discussed deal with ? Minor. Coll will take the bargain under certain arrangements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to deliver to Woods, Paull \u0026amp; Co. the bonds of Joseph Vanmeter as security.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts death of Franklin Woods. Gives statement of Barr Wilson in lawsuit of Wilson against Daniel Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoes over his side of an argument with Shepherd apparently concerning Shepherd's business with the North West Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take Woods' property if Woods will put house in order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas tended to paying Croghan's land taxes. Gives his terms for exchange of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends ? Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents James Pleasants elected governor. William Brown of Williamsburg was elected chancellor of Fredericksburg or Williamsburg District. Mentions possibility of removal of seat of justice in Ohio County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill appointing commissioners to locate seat of justice in Ohio County was rejected by committee]. Bill passed House of Delegates ratifying the convention entered into by Henry Clay and Benjamin Watkins Leigh. Discusses re-apportionment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Outlines debate over moving seat of justice in Ohio County, West Virginia \"Doddridge conducts himself well and is decidedly the ablest man in the House.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received letters \"giving the sad tidings of your sons deaths, both of them esteemed by us all....\" Lists his selections of public lands. Excuses why he has not been to White River. Has built four cabins. Gives crop prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines making a contract for a house belonging to Swearinger and gives reasons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \" I am very much so feeble as much as possible to be out of be \u0026amp; troubled with doleful low spirits. The Lord knows I have not had much in a married life but what has been pain to body and mind;\" Grieves for brother. Writes about her son, Alfred.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that Silvia (a slave) be sent to her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his terms for exchange of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses form of deed and an opinion. Has referred matter of slave, Sylvia or Silvia, to Mary, but is fearful that if Woods can not manage her, he will be unable to. Pleased to send Washington Wilson? to Philadelphia for glasses. Discusses benefits sight will provide.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuse for not getting brick for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs writing for John Stipp to ask Woods to stay execution for money owed Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for receipt and that Paull would try to get Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for corn and straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking them to hurry to complete a house they are building for him to minimize fire hazard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for flour and bran.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents His wife, Mary, is in excellent health. Includes, Autograph Letter Signed, of Mary (Woods) Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods Gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends form of a deed. Has asked Alpheus Wilson to decide to go to Wheeling or stay in Morgantown. If he stays, Eugenius Wilson will go to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks he can collect money from McLean \u0026amp; Guard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges him to finish house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to have his lot for a house surveyed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains delay in settling debt of James Okey to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces birth of a daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists quarters of public lands. Asks that deeds for certain lands be sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists two questions about the Cumberland Road and asks Doddridge to respond so people can decide whether or not to vote for him for Congress. Includes Doddridge responding to Woods' questions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks information about land on Fishing Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to go to Washington, D.C. to save himself for an endorsement in the North West Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes how she feel after her daughter is one month old. Has no one with her except a black woman named Dark? Would rather Silvia not come.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing possibility of lawsuit between Noah Zane and Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to comply with summons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs trying to sell his farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour from Woods' mill is too dark. Asks to buy some more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers deal to Woods to lease land with option to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the activities of the household. Plans trip. Mentions slave, Dark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of Indiana and Indianapolis, in particular.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to move West, but needs Woods' advice on where to settle. Eugenius ill with bllious fever. Lists candidates for Congress, including Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on Edgar C. Wilson's trip to Indiana. Alpheus has not yet decided about moving. A lawsuit in Clarksburg has been continued. Gives Chancellor's reasons and states that North West Bank needs to answer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for money. Brother is dying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA man has applied for a lease of Woods' land to make saltpetre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for a legal opinion concerning one of the North West Bank of Virginia directors Moses H. Shepherd owing money to the Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods about land in Tyler County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Indiana and his circumstances living in Indianapolis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot get his money from Moses Shepherd for building a bridge on the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends five dollars although he doesn't think he owes Burns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes court system in Indiana. Complains about its Constitution and laws. Death of Mrs. Eli Stealey. Col. Paxton who owes money to Thomas Wilson lives there. Mentions Jacob Wetzel?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not want to go back to Captina. Has hogs ready to drive.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns an injunction gotten by ? Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds answers of Benjamin W. Wilson, George Paull and Archibald Woods to an injunction obtained by Booth. Bears notes by Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves a contract for land up to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests $13 on Archibald Woods' account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the National Intelligencer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to stop a survey being entered by Neil Gunn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterested in land owned by Woods on Middle Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eServing as deputy clerk. \"A good many Indians allways about Fort Harrison...they are quite peacable however I was under the necessity of giving a Potawatomy a flogging a few days ago for his impudence.\" Has a full set of surveying instruments. Has written Thomas Woods about his land. Is guardian of 12 year old boy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns taking of depositions in lawsuit involving ? Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think anything should be done regarding threat against North West Bank of Virginia until director carries out threat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirector who owes money to bank has hired able lawyers including Philip Dod]ridge.Should bank settle debt by accepting stock at par?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to travel to Clarksburg as witness in U. States v. Salathial Curtis. Asks to be excused.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInjunction of Booth v. Paull was dissolved as to all except $350. Case of Caruthers against North West Bank of Virginia was decided in favor of bank. Case of Poage against Thomas Wilson decided for Wilson. People in Clarksburg want to effect a reorganization of judicial districts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy clay from Woods' swamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over security for rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes situation of lawyers in Indianapolis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas a man, William Drenninger,who wishes to lease Woods' property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to send patents and to speak to governor about money owed to North West Bank of Virginia by Moses H. Shepherd. Asks him to see if land in Tyler County was sold for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists taxes owed on land in Tyler County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to see him. Ash can rely on Woods' doing what he said he would.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJacob Ash cannot pay for land on Middle Island. Carothers would like to buy on same terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept slave in trade for Hog Run land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Read letter to Barr who is interested in land if he can sell his. Finch is not interested in proposal made to him by Woods as it stands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGovernor will not express an opinion on money Moses Shepherd owes to North West Bank. Directors will be appointed next week. Willson does not wish to run again for General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas begun suit against Booth. Elated at prospect of armory being fixed at Jackson's Forge on Cheat Mt. six miles from town. \"If we get the Armory-then the canal will come near that-and what a space does that open for building castles in the air!\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing copies of patents. Elkins' patent cannot be found. Old directors of North West Bank re-appointed. Discusses several bills concerning the Bank and taxation. Friends of William Crawford are in favor of Congressional caucus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrefers Leffler for Senate over Morgan. Thinks Morgan's name and residence will give him a large majority in this County over Leffler, Edgington or McCloy. Asks Woods to send circumstances of lawsuit involving land purchased from William Croghan. If he runs for General Assembly would have to give up office he holds, would lose business while in Richmond and could not save money \"if a man mingles with the first ranks of Society \u0026amp; lives with the most influential members which I should certainly do in order to give myself standing which would enable me to be useful to my constituents.\" Attempting to contract for books in Baltimore. \"Stephen does tolerably well after having rec'd several whippings.\" Does not think Armory will be located yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinues in readiness and waits for Woods to come.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral assembly business. Richmond Junto is for Crawford, Clay next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorth American Insurance Companywill insure Woods' house. Presents terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to amend charter of Northwestern Bank was rejected in Committee. Majority for Crawford. Clay stands next to Crawford. Morgan is candidate for the Senate. Expect to elect Charles F. Mercer a brigadier general. Bill for additional appropriation to the University of Virginia has many enemies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas toured various countries. Describes Weston. Thinks Philip Doddridge will have a better chance for election this election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies to Graham for redress because Joseph Woods would not sell land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her household.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds information on whether to bid against Clarke for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot find patents to land on Hog Run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not find papers for Hog Island land. Has no objection to suit being instituted in his name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"The presidential quesion is slumbering \u0026amp; the cause of the Greeks is occupying its place.\" Against the state borrowing money to improve James and Potomac Rivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing a legal opinion. Gives advice on suit in Croghan's name. Also legal questions regarding suit against Booth. Joseph T. Daugherty will run for General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas settled Woods' delinquent land tax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlterations made in judiciary system. Presidential politics in Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of house, lot and tannery of James Okey, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas leased Woods' land and would like to buy it. Makes offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for leasing land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisunderstanding over Conner working for Woods the previous fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes draft of Archibald Woods to ? Rapp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCites laws pertaining to military land warrants. \"My greatest anxiety at this time is to get a library.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased 27 acres on hill north of town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Deringer has agreed to lease part of Woods' quarter. Questions about location of water.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHunt is ready to sell land and can make a good title.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangements to obtain slave Woods is trading for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetained by lowness of river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorval Wilson?. Has a fine girl. Ready to change her name. Is giving ? short \"soft looks.\" Gives other family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll fractions and part of fractions of land will be offered at remaining sales in half quarters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 16,4000 acres in Tyler County. Bears affidavits by A. S. Brickhead. Copy made by D. Hickman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs not interested in selling land and buying any of Hunt. Concerned about healthiness of the land. Describes number of game killed. Describes his property. Expects Wetsel? to go with him to look for a lead mine the Indians have told him of.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay expect him within two weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Rapp of a mistake in quantity of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCould not send money by John Owens because he does not get along. \"...Mrs. Bowland has not spoke to her father, nor uncle since the time of her marriage.\" Will send money by Edgar Campbell Wilson.\"I am about to open a house of entertainment in this place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnwilling to compel slave to leave Woods that was to be exchanged for land. Send $400 instead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"...I send Hazel and have no doubt he will please you. As he has not seen you, I have had to promise that if he is not pleased with his situation I will replace him...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot meet with Woods about land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased land at Woods' request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a fractional part of a quarter of public land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Skinner to convey a letter and money to Joseph Hood for public land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeculates on a trip. Slave, Darky, is ill. Children, Ann and Steve, always get into mischief. Washington started yesterday to Canonsburgh to college. Neighbor, Mrs. Dougherty is dying of consumption.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks payment of fees for legal services rendered in Paull v. Daniel Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends himself from Woods' remarks concerning the painting of a fence by his son and other remarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTried to carry out Woods instructions in regard to the purchase of a fraction of public land but was unable to because of rules cited by Joseph Woods, Register of Land Office and by the Receiver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrops, hunting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers slave for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns vines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Hunt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill forward deed to Woods when he picks it up in Louisville. Would like to see slave \u0026amp; reconcile him to accompany him to Kentucky, \"for I assure you, I can not resort to force to induce it... I could not think of having him delivered to me at this place, or of his remaining here any time, the best of servants would get spoiled in this place directly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChancellor's opinion is that redress should be sought on covenant of warranty which rests in the heirs, not the administrator.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank is not selling drafts until September.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs suspending the issuing of a patent until after next Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' land at Woodsfield do not live up to his expectations. Would like list of Indiana lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of journey from Wheeling to Morgantown. Daniel Booth and John Wilson have been committed to jail by marshals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot find record that Woods paid taxes. Needs to pay to keep land for being sold. Includes Benjamin W. Wilson, to Archibald Woods, asking Woods for money and informing him he could not get oxen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for sending deed after Woods declined to purchase the land. Still would like to sell it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo sell 300 acres of land to Andrew Ragu, Drury Baker and George Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Booth and Juno Wilson were bonded out of jail and broke the bond. General Booth was security and now is bound for whole debt. Family news. Edgar has given up intention of returning to Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill bring cattle the following week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds depositions from Woods for Chapline's lawsuit in which Woods will be cross examined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness in neighborhood. Is thinking of leaving. Asks about land owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill transfer land when requested.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be at Woodsfield, 1824 October 11. Offers tanyard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes offer for lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes offer for lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to endorse for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for specifics of land offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to buy lot in Woodsfield. Includes, Note of memorandum by Woods of an offer to Miller, 1824 October 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for more information for Chapline's lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to attend court in case of U.S. v. Salathiel Curtis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay for lot. Lists different alternatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice pertaining to Woods v. John and Stephen R. Wilson and the land claimed by William Croghan, Jr. and the Chaplines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns bill for Ohio Company presented to bank that should be paid if Thomas Wilson says it should be paid. Includes document of Thomas Wilson,stating that he did not handle the suit, but James McGee did. Tells what he knows.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdgar has gone to Mason County, Virginia. Alpheus does not like living in Pennsylvania. Nancy (Wilson) Crawford died in June, leaving three month old child.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo build a log cabin. Gives specifications.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not been paid by Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants more information about tending mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds answer to Archibald Woods' question. Includes Israel to Sehon undated, stating he has already responded to Woods. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImmediately sent Woods' letter down to Jacob Israel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes an offer for property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to lease land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks bill for Moses H. Shepherd and his account with the National Road] will pass both houses in Congress. Vote for President and Vice President will be held that day. Bill has passes House for continuation of Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Heard of opposition in Ohio County to Philip Doddridge. Doddridge is favorite of Monongalia. \"The people here appear to be weary and ashamed of such a feeble, inefficient cypher as our present representative.\" Interest in Union canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. McLeery's house and lots are for sale. She is interested in living there. \"you mentioned in your last letter you would like to sell Sye and his wife to some person here. I don't know any person here that is able to unless Alpheus would. When he moved to Pennsylvania he set his free and now he is coming to Virginia he will want them.\" Alpheus' wife has another daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince Cumberland Road continuation is settled, district will no longer be divided. Asks that Woods bring correspondence between E. W. Wells and ? Morgan to the election. \"I have a strong personal desire to be elected at this time. I feel that I have almost subdued a habit which has long held me depressed. A change of circumstances would assist me with a powerful moral force.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePays debt to bank. Asks to borrow more money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know it he will lease for another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposit in Bank of Indiana for money owed to Woods by John and Joseph Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for 10 volumes of state papers. \"Mary is in no conditon to travel....\" Received $200 for Booth money in PaullV. Booth.Would like History of the Council of Trentfrom Woods' library. Doddridge is campaigning well. Hopes for canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over hogs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns rye.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal opinion concerning judgment of Ohio Company against Edward and Jonathan Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpset that Joseph Johnson will be elected. Has not heard who is appointed judge in place of ? Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Woods' agreement in case of Woods et al. v. Wilson. Woods can take Charles Hammond's deposition in Cincinnati. Questions to ask.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns parts for a repair?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay him as soon as he can. Cannot find purchaser. If bad health this season, he will leave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Shepherd to pay debt owed to Franklin Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorizes Caldwell to execute deed of trust in debt owed to Franklin Woods by Moses Shepherd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends oxen to be sold. Deletes land deal between ? Clarke and ? Martin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns taking of Hammond's deposition in Wilsonv. Woods.Thinks Woods or someone should \"attend for Doddridge may be absent-may be drunk....\" Does not trust Doddridge because he is employed by Spencer if Wilson wins lawsuit. Mentions canal. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks questions regarding notices on the taking of depositions in Wilson v. Woods. Includes Archibald Woods to Eugenius M. Wilson. Concern Wilson v. Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill keep the oxen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased a pair of bears? Will not again be a candidate unless that should entirely consist with the views of E. M. Wilson and Thomas Hayward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to do millwright work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to know time he is to give deposition in Wilson v. Woods. Needs note in North West Bank of Virginia continued.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFailed to get Hammond's deposition because no hour specified in the notice. Thomas Wilson has dropsy. His best \"negro man, George, whether from some physical disease or from grief...of his master's death...suddenly went mad...got into the river and was drowned.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' lands near Salt Creek will be valuable because of salt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for catching his mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(Apparently has been elected to a church conference?) of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Family news, including wife's approaching confinement and father's (Thomas Wilson) health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news including her approaching confinement, health of her father-in-law (Thomas Wilson). Husband, Eugenius, has been elected to convention at Staunton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods' help with note to be put in North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary had girl. Sick afterwards. Treatments described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnhappy over route through his land. Also not pleased with goods sent by Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDepositions have been taken in Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 1180 acres in Belmont County, Ohio. Bears affidavit of Samuel Fitch and recorded by William Paris, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds $300 to be given to Knox \u0026amp; McGee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to obtain Philip Doddridge's deposition. Left him drunk at Staunton. Legal advice to Woods. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIll-health of Mary (Woods) Wilson. Baby is named Frances. Prospective trips.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to depend upon having Woods' place to rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArchibald Woods to ? defending himself from charge he induced Knox \u0026amp; McKee to not honor recipients drafts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not attend examination because son, William, has nothing memorized to deliver. Asks why. Includes Archibald Woods, to Jasper Mallory, concerning money owed by Mallory to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmily would like to go to school in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wilson v. Woods was not tried. \"Negro woman and three children\" belonging to estate he was administering ran away. He may be liable. \"The negros are leaving this County by whole families and very few retaken. I look for Darky to go next and I shall not much regret it for although she is a good house servant yet I cannot (unless I lock her up every night) prevent her from getting into bad company, and she has now become almost a common strumpet--a being that I loathe to look upon.\" has not received money in Paull v. Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to know what arrangement is to be made for Moses H. Shepherd to pay debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' son-in-law, C. D. Knox has left word regarding Tavern. Asks Woods to send terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned over a director owing bank money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his tavern in Wheeling and its location.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news from Augusta County, Virginia. Eugenius Wilson is unpopular because perceived as spearheading prosecution against two members of General Assembly, Edward Watts and Francis Billingsley for bribery. Mentions effect of death of James Pindall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit has been instituted in Superior Court of Law against ? Childers?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns about lawsuit which charges a title to land Woods is involved in is vague. Asks for patents and information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRedeems watch. Asks Woods to come survey land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if a position is available at Knox \u0026amp; McKee for Washington Wilson. Death of Thomas Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington Wilson declines position with Knox \u0026amp; McGee and has accepted one elsewhere. Death of Thomas Wilson and death of Sarah Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests Woods come to next Court when Court House will be discussed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePork is rejected by Navy inspectors. Settled business with Moses H. Shepherd who will dismiss lawsuits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitical prospects for Congress. News of Morgantown. Summarizes letter from a runaway slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of lawsuit in Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChancellor Tucker has rendered decision. Wilson v. Woods must be decided by jury. Doddridges' arguments good. Received Booth money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOutlines political strategy to convince Haymond not to run for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoadmakers are ready to cut drain through Woods' field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePredicts results in congressional race. Brother Norval Wilson married to ? Howland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuilders of National Road have let water onto his garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends ? Kennon to purchase land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas checked lawsuits of Kershner v. England, Morris, Woods \u0026amp; Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to be appointed superintendent of road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about land his deceased father owned in Ohio County. If Woods never collected money for A. Hamilton, he won't from his estate which will be insolvent. McClandhan's mother died 1824 May.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Brookover would like to rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDarky, slave, has tried to run away twice. Is being returned to Woods family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned over money owed Northwestern Bank by a director. Recommends three names to be appointed as director.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests Woods direct finishing of his warehouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmits money owed to Woods by ? Maxwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompromise proposed in Wilson v. Woods. Cresap v. Chapline's heirs was decided in favor of Cresap. Has sold Darky to man in Harrison County for $300.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Doddridge will stand better chance of winning than Leffler for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns appointment of Woods as a director of Northwestern Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Wilson v. Woods, Woods v. Booth, and Woods' place as director of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill defend three directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against being surplanted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Emily Knox's dissatisfaction with her school in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not recommend compromise in Wilson v. Woods. Problem with directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia T. P. Ray and Alpheus P. Wilson will attend canal convention before going to Richmond. Does not trust Thomas S. Haymond. Passes on name of George Kyger for tavern. Wilson will act as clerk in T. P. Ray's absence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaxwell expects to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoses Shepherd wants to meet with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends Henry St. George Tucker from charge of being an agent of John R. Wilson (charges perhaps levied by Philip Doddridge).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies Ruggles that there is already a post office named Captina Creek in Belmont County, Ohio so suggests another name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTravel in Missouri in winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking arrangements to pay note. Candidate for next Congress. Hopes Woods will not move against Middle Island Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeed postal route on west side of Ohio River. Asks Woods' advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSatisfied with how situation regarding indebtedness of directors of Northwester Bank of Virginia has turned out. Yarnall, Sprigg and Shepherd together owe about $70,000. Sprigg and Shepherd re-elected. Quotes Woods' misgivings about Henry St. George Tucker. Should resist any change in venue in Woods v. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on a postal route west of Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoute has been established to serve Captina Point (now Powhatan Point).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas horse for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo reply to previous letter. Will call on Woods to take deposition concerning claim of Moses Shepherd for building National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends dried peaches. Does not want to rent Woods' place when lease expires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMajor Smith intends to become a tenant under Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePost route has been established including Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice in Wilson v. Woods. Family news including the education of an orphan child.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDamage done to Woods' land by a tenant. Suggests a ? Davis to make 100,000 brick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take along with James Smith the store and warehouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay bills for daughter, Emily, and make arrangements for her trip home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not consider land cleared properly by Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy wood from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sold tanyard--asks Woods or George Paull to make out deed to William Craig, the purchaser. Business is stirring at Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns land claimed by James McHenry. Gives information concerning McHenry's family. Probably concerns Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to call on him at his office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns money owed by ? Maxwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods v. Boothe. Has settled with Mrs. Pindall. Woods v. Wilson did not gain a change of venue and Henry St. George Tucker's opinion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about note for money owed by ? Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill tend to collecting money for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBad health of Robert Woods. Gives news of extended family. Wants flour sent to him on a regular basis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends eight dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas deposited $1520 in bank for Wilson's use. Bring deed to Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShall attend a sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to stay in Morgantown to attend to client's business. Will have subpoenas served. Thinks Doddridge should be examined as a witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds aged whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to give up place. Recommends Obed Morris to have it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLearned through Thomas S. Haymond that it is intention of Yarnal \u0026amp; Co. to make a violent effort to get the ascendancy in the direction of the Northwestern Bank. Has erred in recommending Zane as a director.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to see John Rector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses $250 From ? Maxwell. Thinks Chancellor Tucker will refuse motion for a new trial. Jacobs and Doddridge \"argued rather feebly....I explained to the Judge all the circumstances of the trial on our journey up from Morgantown to this court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks questions about the building of a turnpike since one has been authorized by legislature from Nashville to Columbia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over Woods' not putting warehouse in repair and over the price of a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas gotten load and a halt of clay and has filled up holes in bank which he understands is Woods' objection to taking clay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisappointed at Chancellor Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods. Gives advice on next legal steps to take.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Answers inquiries made by Woods in \u003cemph render=\"italic\"\u003eWilson v. Woods\u003c/emph\u003e. Doddridge upset at remark he was unwell. Has put a piece in the paper under signature of \"concert\" supporting Adams meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates condition of Northwest Bank of Virginia Recommends against appointment of Moses W. Chapline or ? Yarnall as directors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswering questions posed by Archibald Woods about methods and cost of building National Road. Also mentions Ohio Road and McAdams Plan of road construction. Questions in handwriting of Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks delay in paying money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad anti-Jackson meeting. Ladies have formed literary society which meets in Wilson's office every Monday evening in which the Bible makes a part of their reading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent Woods' tavern in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms of land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMust have whole record copied--not selected parts. Legal advice in Wilson v. Woods. Believes Chancellor Tucker was wrong in directing issue to be tried. Advises an appeal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnthony D. Clarke borrowed $5,000 from Woods secured by deed of trust for land. Asks it they have the funds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill give up his house in Frederick. Then will look out for a first rate hotel. Thanks Charles D. Knox for writing him about Woods' hotel in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her father to visit. Discusses her children. Has clergyman boarding with them who will teach school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land. Includes John H. Jenkins to Archibald Woods, recommending Strean?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes arrival of first steamboat, \"Reindeer\" at Morgantown. Court record of Wilson v. Woods will not be copied for a month because it is so large and clerk has other records to copy. Alpheus P. Wilson and T. P. Ray started to Richmond to attend Anti-Jackson Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent a house if Woods or any of his friends buys it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received court record of 216 pages in Wilson v. Woods. Gives legal advice for the appeal. Morgan has declared for Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend survey of 800 acre tract at Middle Island and he will make offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to give out brickmaking contract, for courthouse in Woodsfield?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Caldwell to stop cutting timber on land sold to Nathan Ilanes. Includes memorandum of letter to Governor by Woods concerning Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think the bill concerning his account with the U.S. for building the National Road will be acted upon this session.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks help in getting a note discounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if he can pay debt with steers and horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends carpet yarn to be colored and woven. Does not want a little girl to help in house. Mr. Russ (Presbyterian minister) is boarding with them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks help in obtaining loan from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends two pigs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas procured two six week old pigs for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelieves Henry St. George Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods will be reversed. Chapman Johnson is tending to appeal. High spirits in Morgantown due to prospects for railroad. He and Ray are directed to invest $3200 in bank stock as executors of N. Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods' help in getting payment from Moses Shepherd for helping to build bridge as part of the National Road. Daniel Steenrod owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thanks him for new saddle. Hope he will go to the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to advance fee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere is a case against Dillon for $1,000 ordered by Jacobs. Clark will appeal in ejectment case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers complaints about the shoeing of Woods' horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHesitant to give advice in Clark lawsuit, but does so. Has applied to be Commonwealths Attorney in Brooke, Tyler and Randolph counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay him yet. Since Woods is concerned with Wheeling foundry, asks for a cast screw and plate for pressing cloth at his fulling mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdams has sold land in Delaware. Will pay Woods when that is settled. Sehon will pay his part even if he has to borrow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to borrow two hundred dollars from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York is in favor of Andrew Jackson. New York \"is destined to be a Great Nation within itself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Daniel Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaving for Bedford. Did not get appointment as Commonwealth's Attorney for Brooke County or Tyler County. Still a candidate for Randolph County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns possibility of a canal. Public is losing confidence in Railroad company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFather-in-law needs land. Send terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill attend to entering land for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClark says Woods has libeled and will not agree to terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice concerning injunction against Clarke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePasses on legal advice from Genin and his advice in lawsuit against Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHoratio Bakewell needs clay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his advice in lawsuit against Clarke. Thinks Woods should have compromised. Sends money for Alfred's bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice regarding the administration of an estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterested in renting house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington Wilson is seeking a new position.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClark did not give security in lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClark did not give security. May compromise. Have lost member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterested in being miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises against lawsuit in name of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against ? Adams. Justifies Sehon's bill for copying court record. Alpheus P. Willson has son, Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Megurder? unwilling to give bail to close deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes stay in Pittsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill make deed and send it. Father's health is bad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill lease stove and storehouses at Powhatan Point.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Morgantown and their mutual friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas entered land for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute with Jasper? Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods has been appointed state proxy to represent state in the North Western Bank of Virginia. General Assembly is discussing Georgia and South Carolina anti-tariff resolutions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas decided to marry Mrs. McFerran, sister of Stephen Clowell. Gives reasons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePannell need to finish house he is building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemits money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice in lawsuit against Clarke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for location of Woods' land near his land so he can examine it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns candidates for election to Constitutional Convention of 1829. Mentions Edgar Campbell Wilson's prospects for re-election. Is worried about financial matters. Has spent one-fourth of income on religious and charitable matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to meet concerning mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his reelection campaign. Mentions newspaper. Eugenius' candidacy for Convention of 1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot wind up business and take Woods' mill for two months. Would like to be let off contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Woods to attend bank board meeting of Northwestern Bank of Virginia and bring Steenrod so Board can authorize Thomas Woods to release a claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to take Woods' mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis candidacy for the Constitutional Convention of 1829 and his position on reform.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThought McLure had sold his foundry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrippled and unable to do anything. Dispute over building a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to settle debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance due in public land entered by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspects for Mallory to rent mouth of Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms for selling land to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed needs to be re-done. Buckhannon unable to pay. Sylvanus Tarkington makes offer for land. Leffler and brother do not like the country.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends bank notes by Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking plans in case her husband, Eugenius, attends Constitutional Convention of 1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissatisfied with house Randolph has built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds payment for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute with ? Pollock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds note discounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not know when patent will be issued on Peter Hines' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to meet with Woods regarding the \"Captina Business.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Woods influence with court. Will come alone because it is not safe to bring Negroes to that County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of a trip to Bloomington, Ind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCoulter quotes law on deputy clerks to show that his signature on a certificate of a deed is valid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods' help with debt owed by James Woods \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA statement concerning money owed him by ? Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers questions about land he sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers questions about sale of mortgaged land by Henry Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on value of Woods' land. Mentions grant of land for canal through the state.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFound house. Will pay Woods for pasture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill come to Wheeling to check on house being built for him there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalked to his father about mortgaged land that was sold. Promise family will pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of caveat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy town lot from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Woods notice of money due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Thomas is interested in renting a tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Silas Bowery who purchased mortgaged land from Henry Smith. Sends bill for services as a spy attested by John Brown who was a ranger at the same time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Deed between Archibald Woods and Ann Woods of the first part, John McLure and Mary McLure of the second part, James H. Forythe and Ellen Forsythe of the third part, John List and Ann List of the fourth part, and Thomas Woods and May Woods of the fifth part all of Ohio County, West Virginia] and Thomas Johnston, Israle Updegraff, John List and Ellen List of the sixth part to convey land in North Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to take house (hotel?) from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for King to lease a tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be in Wheeling to negotiate lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe-assures Woods about mortgaged land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Thomas Edmundson who is a stockholder in Franklin Turnpike Road and is inspecting U.S. Road (McAdam's Road.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if Woods will agree to sell his father's (E. McClanahan) land. Has nine children, all daughters. He will be sixty-one in April. Other news of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if John Caldwell and wife are alive.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to clarify title to land transferred by Wheeling Co. to Middle Island Company. Concerned about the dower right of Mrs. John Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid Woods' taxes. Explanation concerning a lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns orders for bricks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in readying Globe Inn. Can get present building ready.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses career plans, medical school, and growth of Cincinnati.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eToll gates on U.S. Road will not pass. May get single appropriation to repair it. Mentions bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to collect money from James Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew building needs fireplaces and filled ice house. Wants to supervise building of kitchen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Cumberland Road and Bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces ? Shaffer of Pittsburgh who is a miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill comply with terms for property transfer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Uncle and Aunt Wilson have moved to Wheeling. College has between 40 and 50 students. Includes Autograph Letter Signed of H. Woods, Washington, Pa., to Archibald Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia,1831 February 6. Outlines his course of study.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods not to proceed against land for debt owed by ? Davidson since he (James Campbell) has purchased it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for fixing up hotel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased Woods has obtained an icehouse for the hotel. Requests a storeroom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses notice of Navy Department to application. Calhoun's pamphlet is out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVarious possibilities for an election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHand money being lent to his son\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill come to Wheeling to practice medicine within two or three months.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArmy worms have destroyed grain. Smith is mad at him for reporting to Woods Smith's sale of mortgaged land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph has not given up lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay balance on a note and will try to pay other note during next winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifference of opinion concerning expiration of lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelieve they can effect a trade.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo carry out a contract between James McHenry's representatives and a land company consisting of Robert Woods,Archibald Woods, James Caldwell, Moses Chapline and John Caidwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor delinquent taxes to William Puett issued by Austin M. Puett, Commissioner of Revenue for Parke County, Indiana. Includes, receipt issued to Thomas Woods for payment of taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition concerning navigation of Captina Creek has been referred to select committee. Send remonstrance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas turned over petitions to committee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn way back from Missouri. Desires to close business with father's land. Asks that it be sold. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not believe stock will be subscribed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill open books for subscription of bank stock. Citizens desirous of procuring branch of North Western Bankor Richmond banks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWonders if he can accept payments for bank stock in notes rather than specie. Asks when a branch can be opened.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of public lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns deed to land sold by Eugenius Wilson who is deceased. Will do estimate of money to be collected soon. Gives Wilson's account with estate of N. Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy $500 in stock of North Western Bank under new charter if Woods thinks new stock profitable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to be released from part of terms of a lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas submitted amendment to bank bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill subscribe for stock for McCoy under the new charter of the Northwestern Bank of Virginia Worried about competition from possible branch of the U.S. Bank being established at Wheeling. Worried about branches of Northwestern Bank at Wellsburg and Morgantown. Lists directors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to buy stock in North Western Bank for him. \"The debate still goes on with great violence and excitement on the emancipation of slavery, the opinion of the Committee will be reversed but I cannot say what will be the final result.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"We have now been 14 days debating the question whether it is expedient at this time to legislate with a view to the gradual abolition of slavery...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill concerning navigations of Captina Creek has been postponed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaid tax on Thomas Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e350 shares have been subscribed in Wellsburg to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport that Alpheus Wilson was drowned. Has some idea of returning from college because of ill-health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms report that Alpheus Wilson drowned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms death of Alpheus P. Wilson in Monongalia River. Suggests Hamilton return home from college if unwell. Has lost $2,000 by flooding of Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuspects fraud on part of Samuel H. Gutherie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresented resolutions adopted by directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Thinks Bank bill will pass both houses. Tariff discussion still going on. Hopes it will be put to rest by amicable adjustment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds note on Northwestern Bank passed. Nothing has been heard of body of Alpheus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill endeavor to get a board to meet with Woods on the subject of the note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo material change in Eugenius Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer father received letter from Woods concerning death of his son. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants first refusal of Captina property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money from North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy in death of Thomas Woods and Emily Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent Captina property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill raise frame of mill June 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLost horse in coal pit.Visited Pittsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions concerning stock in Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy in death of Thomas and Emily Woods. Has paid tax on Thomas' land. Indian problems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms he will buy house and lot on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot find material in Eugenius Wilson's papers concerning lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns dispute over sale of lots. Offers five hundred dollars for house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about money for service due (War of 1812?) Black Hawk War causing hard times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice to Woods that he must fill two lots with gravel because of standing water.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOkey's brother needs $100. Thinks Gutherie will do right thing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of a lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavid Ramsay doesn't intend to pay back money. Mentions casualties in Black Hawk War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks indulgence on debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet with Woods to reach agreement on land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends action of the congregaton for the support of the minister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Also lists directors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn R. Hall needs loan for $250. Can obtain if Paull or Woods endorses for him. Paull does not endorse for anyone but recommends Hall to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisappointed Woods did not meet with him. Offers to meet again to try to settle dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends court date. Gutherie has bought back Headley's house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnderstands Woods wants to sell tavern occupied by King. Asks terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants $16,000 for Wheeling House run by King.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas advertised Woods' land for sale. Is candidate for state senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to buy property from Woods if Guthrie relinquishes his claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be ready to go to Indiana with Hamilton Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Atkinsonhas entered security double sum of our attachment. A writ of replevin? has issued against Woods to cause attached property to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Brighem is willing to teach Ann Eliza Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines office as bank guard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails captures of two persons alleged to have robbed bank in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCan not get an answer from Guthrie about his meeting with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to obtain loan from U.S. Bank because of uncertainty of the renewal of the charter. Will try further.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice regarding dispute with Samuel H. Gutherie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill meet with Peck. Would like for Col. Archibald Woods to be present.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation concerning Woods' dispute with Samuel H. Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudge Hallock has allowed the injunction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposes a settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal steps he has taken in Woods' dispute with Gutherie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses various candidates for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill convey deed to Eller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends ? Whitcomb for tending to Woods' land business. News of the legislature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to settle accounts. Buchannon ought to have been sued.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not have legal papers. Will try to accomplish payment of notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Ray will attend court to prove will of Eugenius Wilson. Has not sent list of debts due to estate. Woods may have to give bond as executor. Will collect fees due Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Notifies Floyd that Northwestern Bank of Virginia has been robbed. Includes Archibald Woods concerning a levy for a court house in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains his role in the removal of Woods as a state director in the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains circumstances surrounding Woods' removal as state director in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about rental of farm. Apologizes for incident of previous year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks permission to live on one acre of Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Leffler's chances for election to Congress and the election of directors to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave gained a most significant victory in the lower house over the Virginia nullifiers. Defeated by one vote. We shall either run Tyler or McCoy for the Senate...we shall not likely rally? Tyler. The west and middle regions are well organized and we can elect him to a certainty.., resolved to put down these southern notions. In Virginia much is to be done in the election of a senator. Rives is with us and if we get Tyler we are safe, at the request of several western members on Thursday last I addressed a letter to Tyler, to know his sentiments on secession and nullification. This evening I send his answer. Gives defense on appointment of directors to Northwestern Bank. Determined about spring election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibilities for election to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChances for election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news. Concerned about his health. Questions about a debt and education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaking depositions to prove military service.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to take a house he is building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for an agreement on land to avoid a lawsuit. Includes notes concerning Archibald Woods' terms of settlement with Joseph McCoy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCandidacy for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute with Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas application to buy Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGuthrie cannot prepare himself to fulfill compromise offered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for copy of patent. Received $26,500 in part of money stolen from Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Lists candidates for Congress. Includes John McLure to Archibald Woods. Needs evidence to secure copy of a patent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas concluded to take Powhatan Place at Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill endorse a note for William B. King on certain conditions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that Woods make deed to Martha (Woods) Knox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Woods need not fear any great difficulty with Guthrie. Equalizing board sits in June.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold Woods' land in Vigo County to Chauncey Rose. Thomas Woods' land has been sold for taxes. County in distressed situation for want of money. Failure of crops last two years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspects for election to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation on Samuel H. Gutherie's business. Gave Woodman notice to settle note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to attend to note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to meet with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangements for settling with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends individuals as magistrates and opposes Nicholas Wykert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for money due under Eugenius Wilson's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLost horse in coal pit. Family news, (Letter is begun by Louisa ?)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Grafton and Mr. King have closed their bargain. Sends reports of board of health, \"I have this morning seen Doctor Houston an he informs that he has not heard of any new cases today.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave not brought money to Wheeling because of fear of the cholera Gutherie is selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSylvia or Silvia ? left at house of John F. Clarke. Things left by Mr. Paull. Encloses reports of Board of Health. \"The ... sickness with two exceptions is confined to the immediate neighborhood of McConnell's old tan yard. I am informed that the old vats is full of water and all kinds of filth \u0026amp; that they have been in that situation for the last two years.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mary Woods to mother Mrs. Anne Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia Received letter from Dr. Houston. Trusts her Ann is obedient. Mr. Laurie preached his trial sermon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Ruggles and wife deeded lot to Gutherie. People are frightened of cholera. \"If anyone dies in this neighborhood \u0026amp; we have had a number of deaths, the person is rolled up in his bed, \u0026amp; bedclothes \u0026amp; his own clothes tumbled into a rough box, as soon as dead, \u0026amp; immediately buried.\" Guthrie will deed lots to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about distraining (detaining personal property for security of a debt) a wheat crop. Includes Jacob answering Woods questions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on tending to Woods' land. Includes account of Woods with Feeny.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to borrow six hundred dollars. Father will give deed of trust on property in Hagerstown, Maryland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes trips to White Sulphur Springs and Salt Sulphur Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to borrow fifty dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of recommendation for N. Osburne as a tavern keeper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOsburn keeps a first-rate tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill build mill wheel for two dollars and fifty cents per foot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Sprigg and Archibald Woods be appointed a Committee to settle with Henry Sockman for rent of Know Hon Farm,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns terms of rental of stores and warehouse at Powhatan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswer to inquiries about North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow two thousand dollars from Wheeling Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress on building of grist mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment by ? Rose for Woods' property is in hands of Warren \u0026amp; Co., to Terra Haute. Much sickness, few cases of cholera.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Crawford's house and lot were not sold, but an empty lot between his house and Randolph Tavern was sold, as was his farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over accident involving Ann (Poage) Woods Washington, and Franklin Woods?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses mothers' receipt for money lent her by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJackson \"goes full tilt against the bank.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if bank robbers are caught.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNational Road Stage has incurred extra expense in fulfilling mail contract. Asks compensation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent house for grocery at Powhatan Point. Asks Woods advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas applicants for Thomas Woods' heirs' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommittee report on courthouse is unfavorable. May be reversed and brought before House Of Delegates. Will present memorial concerning Northwestern Bank. Floyd promised appointment but he and Council are not speaking. Large meeting in Richmond concerning deposits. Benjamin Watkins Leigh spoke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods to vote for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sale of land for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses memorials. Thomas Hart Benton is \"pouring out vials of his wrath upon Clay and the bank.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Washington. Heard Calhoun speak. Description of city.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms prospective tenant would like for leasing land. Opinion on land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeard William Cabell Rives deliver speech on removal of deposits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourthouse questions to be brought up any day. Private committee recommended division of county.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend form for Woods' release mortgages by Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends William H. McNabb for loan with a lot as security. Includes William H. McNabb stating that he will mortgage lot with a lot nearly owned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises not to cut any timber contrary to Woods' wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots sold by Samuel H. Gutherie to the Methodist Episcopal Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to sell stock in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay money owed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuse for not paying note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandling the rental of Woods' house for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCalled on General Breckenridge and found he was dead. Called on nephew and heir James D. Breckenridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePecuniary embarrassments of this section of the county. Sent copy of a of bill of legislature chartering bank and branches.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Buying flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Moore will do surveying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResignation as President and Director.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinnager needs indulgence on money owed Woods for land. Vouches for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas two yokes for oxen for sale and a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to borrow money from bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer to rent a house, steam mill etc. for a lumberyard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays information from ? Rose concerning payment of a note. Commissioners authorized to negotiate the loan for our state bank and branches.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment on note and harsh policies of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to have bank board convened to discount notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGot judgment and execution against Fogle but no property could be found and Fogle died. Asks if son Thomas' land on Raccoon Creek could be leased. H. F. Feeny redeemed it. Some cases of cholera. James? Seaman ill. Jacksonian politics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarket for slaves and horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShowed Woods' lands to ? Scott. Will tend to taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas offered to buy land belonging to Thomas Woods' heirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to be pallbearer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Steenrod wants to keep place five years longer if Woods will build stable and house or fix old one.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends check.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms death of addressee's mother. Words of religious consolation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies him of money still due by estate of Eugenius Wilson. Includes receipt of Thomas P. Ray, surviving executor of Nimrod Evans to Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavid Lively wishes to rent Woods' tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think Woods is liable on special warrantee deed to Jacob Ash. Wilson outlines his prospects for election. Measles prevail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to start boat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns gathering signatures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money from Woods to pay off note at Bank if it cannot be renewed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send money by safe opportunity. Has offer for lands owned by heirs of Thomas Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms they will take Woods house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice that premium is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer for Woods house has been made by Jo. Driggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Jacobs what he has done with note in his hands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevival of religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Planned trip to New Orleans and Nashville for health. Includes Mary Woods, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Ann (Poage) Woods. Ann's health and proposed trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo capture slave, Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnn Eliza Wilson wants to take trip south for three months to restore health. Philip Syng Physick of Philadelphia agrees with remedy. McNeely wants to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow money from the Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcurs in opinion that hill land should be sold. Has sold other land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Woods is willing to sell any property you think proper. Bought Ann a piano. For Mrs. McKee's and Ann's health will take trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts trip from Pittsburgh. Sends message to her children. Includes Ann Eliza Woods to Archibald Woods. Includes John McKee to Mrs. Brison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Peck to tell Samuel H. Guthrie that he will be at Woodsfield to collect money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Sternrod to rent a field for two more years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Landers to sell to Woods a lot in Steinersville, Belmont County. Includes affidavit of Benjamin Cole recorded by William Tailman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains his position regarding his proposal that an inquiry be made as to the propriety of amending the charter of the Merchants \u0026amp; Mechanicks bank as to provide for the reception of the capital which the North Western Bank is required to furnish the branch in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness is good. Will close up partnership. Has tended to business for Woods in trying to collect money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnonymous letter giving Woods advice concerning his tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress on collecting from the Smiths.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports progress in collecting money. Unable to collect from Samuel H. Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCatherine Wood is to marry. Mr. Thomson wants to start a school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtest construction of houses McLure is building.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent at Powhatan Point.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates Woods' taxes are all right. Includes Samuel H. Guthrie to Archibald Woods, 1837 December 27 stating he obtained letter from Mason.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to rent tavern stand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangement for Archibald Woods to obtain a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow one thousand dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to sell his land to purchase land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies of need to pay premium.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent farm to start a dairy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposed to lease corner of Monroe and Main Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaying out of money. Invitation to dinner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sold land for Woods and disposed of his own property. Now hopes to make deal for Woods' Indiana land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods to attend case as a witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants privilege of burning lime in kiln.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotification of date of Seaman case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawn on him for three thousand dollars. \"Houma?\" arrived here but demanded cargo when ran against the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs paying ? King's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill meet him to pay money due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by H. D. Brown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSam Jones has not been here for six weeks. No proceeding for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of bearer of letter to be a tenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter. Expects money at next court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lively has made bar room a warehouse for the German population.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTenant wants to rent place again. Has fulfilled lease. Okey wants to buy it. Wants advice on buying a small place for son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas tended to Hynes business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms he would offer for lot and what building he would put up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks help to get notes discounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks condition of wife's (Mrs. Carr) land and what it could be sold for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to locate 12 acre tract in section 14. Tax record for section 2 and 8. Perhaps bring suit against James Elliot, present claimant. Includes Benjamin S. Cowens to Archibald Woods giving legal advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to buy wood from Woods by cutting up trees that have fallen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Lively to move away.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods said his proposition was unreasonable, complained of charge for work and was cross. Desires his patronage. Will make counteroffer to build house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds notes if Woods sued Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Francis needs advice settling up husband's affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMen working on dam are taking stone from bank of river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to purchase land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of property of Zacheus Francis, deceased, will take place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to move when Woods brings money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinds taxes unpaid on a portion of Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney is ready to be paid for two notes assigned Woods from Mr. Stream? Needs names for other notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' fire insurance premium on the Virginia Hotel is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for stock has been declined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to appoint someone in place of Daniel Steinrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to meet others but will agree to settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses receipt for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects to leave two hundred thousand dollars with Mr. Woodruff. Needs to borrow $1000 from bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to keep house for him he now lives in as \"I have a Jurnaman (German?) to put in it.\" Will give him the lease for the Seaman house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to collect money. Resumption of specie payments has resulted in any discounting of notes. Has purchased a small interest in Ritchietown to secure money owed him by John? McKee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed letter on taxes on land belonging to son's heirs in Parke which have not been paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take place at four dollars per acre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm of authorization for Peck to release mortgage from Samuel H. Guthrie to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot move to Woods' property on Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsiders matter on Woods' part vexatious and ungenerous. Had no other interest in the lease other than promoting the best interest of the house for the sake of the stage lines. Any proceeding instituted by Woods will be followed by removal of the stages from the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoves of various people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sued Guthrie on behalf of Woods. Told Woods has idea of sending granddaughter to school at St. Clairsville. Recommends it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for Woods to come and settle the amount of the estate that Zacheus Francis owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a coal mine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill extend bond of Mr. Cole.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Harrison will win.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtest of $250 draft has caused distress. Counting on money for college. Mary has never gotten part of estate. McKee is guardian for boys. Family has not lived with him for 8 or 9 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Paull has paid protested draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Questions concerning will of John H. Schwop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAstonished to receive bill from Woods for stone. Thought commissioners for securing bank at Hog Run Bridge could get stone. Will have stone valued according to law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Received letter relative to Post Office at Powhatan Point. H. Cowen was unwilling to join objection but will not encourage removal to Steinersville. Would like opinion on Exchequer Plan of Secretary of Treasury.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Husband relieved from pecuniary embarrassment by his brother. Sorry Grandma's health feeble. Hopes income from town property will support brothers at college. \"There are but few persons over seventy who can exhibit the same acturty as yourself and Grandma Brison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenewed 1843 April 1 and 1844 April 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Situation is bad there but better on a farm. Alarmed that Theodire had to cease from study. Gives information on a family member who is evil. Includes note of James ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a farm for three years. Lease terminated after one year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecorded by James D. Morris.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas rented Archibald Woods' mill. Needs repair. Asks Bucher to repair it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncouraging Woods to attend a meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. ? has lumber and is commencing work. Will show Woods' mason the quarry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow one hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo do work on Woods' two mills.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received letters stating that neighbors are disgusted with him and taking their wheat elsewhere. Defends himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Arrangements for his return. Mrs. Woods sick but recovered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for masons who are to build wall under the tobacco house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Allen cannot build foundation for stable but would haul stone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy order of city council, calls meeting of \"trustees of Wheeling Lancastrian Academy.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMills needs new bolting cloths.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent store room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages Woods to keep Thomson as miller. Exhorts Woods to lose no time in making peace with God.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill probably move.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to get coal from Big Run. Mason is building foundation under stable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuying land from men who are unable to pay money down. Would be accommodation to us to get a further loan of $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to extend acquaintance with country, merchants \u0026amp; collecting, representing Wilson and Brother. Dancing and hunting. Has seen prairie on Fire. Will pass through villages of Shawnees \u0026amp; Delawares. \"Remember me to all of the black folks.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIssued by Alexander T. Laidley, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas searched for survey lines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcluded to let Elias Hafer have place where Darrah lives because doubt that Darrah can make improvement he desires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas placed upon one of the doors of the Bank vault one of Jones Patent Combination Locks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to collect. Left Messrs Wilson and is with Messrs. Abbot \u0026amp; Peake. \"What does Betty Rose call her baby. No one has told me that she has one but I know that no gal that looks like her \u0026amp; of her make could be married a year \u0026amp; not have one.\" Asks to be remembered to many people including \"the black folks.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks McKinley to collect for him. Will proceed against Wingrove.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends lock made by H. C. Jones of Newark, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo appear in Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery to answer a bill in chancery exhibited against them by Henry Swertzer. Issued by Alexander T. Laidley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSevere heat in St. Louis. Asks to be remembered to many people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to go into business with S. H. Peake. Needs money to do so. Includes letter, 1846 December 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Death of ? Briscoe, their bookkeeper who was from Loudoun County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants her to visit. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLikes her picture. Has not courted Marion Clarkson. Remember him to various people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her sickness (during a pregnancy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to St. Louis. Boarding. Will keep promise on temperance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterest in Mollie Wilson. News from John Baker and Cooper?, Reading life of Swedenbourg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects to visit her too next week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMother unable to make trip as roads are bad. Outlines his route.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristmas celebration at the school. Describes teaching.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages students to \"Waveland.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRosa Harrison is dead of scarlet fever which is raging. Describes Christmas and mention of Easter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over sister's health. Cooper is determined to be a Christian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Poem and sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan. N. L. Peyton, to Mrs. William Ann R. Morgan, \"Waveland,\" Fauquier County, Virginia, undated. Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecovering from typhoid fever. John B. has job in furnishings store. Was 21 on April 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolved to be Christian. Cholera epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of fire which burned 23 boats and then spread to building. ? Peake and John Baker have cholera.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been ill. Cholera epidemic. ? Peake \u0026amp; A. Cooper Baker sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker of cholera. Will probably leave along with Will and John.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy letter on death of Alexander Cooper Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker and cholera epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker. Business. Cholera epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam W. Baker will not leave St. Louis. S. H. Peake will send statement of business of Peake \u0026amp; Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of cholera epidemic. Death of minister perhaps from visiting the sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo decision on partnership with S. H. Peake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker.Boarding at Scott's Hotel. They are Wheeling people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTombstone inscription for grave of Mary Cooper Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesired to make money. \"I must go out on the levee to work and therefore must close.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTemperature day before was 8 degrees below zero. Baker Murray is to marry Mrs. Watts, a Catholic who keeps a boarding house. Controversy in St. Louis over lectures of ? Leaky who is \"reformed\" monk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to go to California. Change of climate, friends going, and uncertainty of S. H. Peake's business plans. \"I do not think of going to California to dig gold....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas asthma. Will have wagon, six mules, three Indian ponies, rifle, pair pistols, two large knifes knives and blankets for trip to California. Includes W.W. Baker, St. Louis. Mo., to Sister. Move to California.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived answer to telegram. Answer \"William W. Baker arrived here this morning. Will leave for home on first boat. Health is bad.\" Glad he had not left for California.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam W. Bakerhas recruited enough strength to travel home,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning health of William Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning health of William Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a debt, a fire, and a lease. Regrets being unable to give daughter money for wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets Edgar has left home. Lists problems at home. pages. Includes, letter, ? to Edgar Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaggie Hamilton not expected to live. Sudden death of delirium tremens of A Mel lam? the portrait painter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisses him while he is away at College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been visited by Mrs. Faulkner and Mrs. Conrad. Town and religious news of Winchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey land in Missouri. Witnessed by P.L. Edwards. Recorded by Samuel Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George Whellier for John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George Whellier for John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George Whellier for John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath and funeral of J. Zehner, professor of math at Burlington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of their mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the death of Ann Cooper's mother and aunt from cholera. Father is ill. Unsure if he has cholera. Includes, newspaper clipping concerning cholera deaths.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sympathy in death of her mother. Includes,Samuel C. Baker, Martinsburg, West Virginia, to sister Mrs. Ann R. Morgan, concerning illness of their father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns death of Mrs. Ann R. Morgan's mother and illness of her father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Mrs. Morgan's mother and aunt from cholera.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of sympathy for death of Mrs. Morgan's mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by E. H. Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McColloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McColloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McColloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Alonzo Loring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John Henry McKee who has power of attorney. Bears affidavit of Thomas E. Thompson and recorded by Samuel E. Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by E.M. Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy letter in death of Mrs. Morgan's husband.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items. Includes of Elijah McClanahan to Woods; Daniel Sheffey to Woods; Andrew Hamilton to Woods, copy of decision to stay execution; bond; and accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the division of land purchased by the petitioners from patentees granted land by virtue of service in the French and Indian War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Indian mail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take possession of house. Canal is out of fix so will not be able to get things from Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot able to get furniture because canal is broken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if he can rent place again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to take charge of renting and improving his land. Asks Woods to pass any offers to sell along to him. His post offices are Chillicothe, Ohio; St. Francisville, Louisiana, \u0026amp; New Orleans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Croton oil. Go to camp meeting tomorrow. Asks to borrow lace shawl. Other requests.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad to hear friends are well. Health slowly improving. Applied money received from Mr. Worth to credit of account with Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrice of land near Danville and Lexington is twenty shillings per acre. Brought suit against Pollard for band. Includes manuscript of Archibald Woods? concerning notes on religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to send certificate. Try to get fifty pounds from ? Kilbreath.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if road is open from ? to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to move shop close to river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecree is absolute unless Clark perfects appeal by entering security. Will give no opinion on a compromise. Other legal advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequested Franklin Woods to copy portion of bill of complaint in Woods v. Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods to reassure the slave that is to be traded to him William Croghan for land, that he William Croghan only wants him the slave as a coachman \"you may assure him if he be a faithful servant I will make him a kind master--\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that servant to be given in exchange for land on Hog Run be ready to be picked up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend survey by John Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Russell called on him for note against Samuel Hudson. There is judgment against Woods for costs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe and ? Poerm? will take land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas declined doing anything with Smith. Two hundred and seventy dollars will cover amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to wait until October for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to collect money for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to borrow $500 from North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Think election will be between Jackson and himself. Asks Woods to \"personate\" himself at the election. \"Pray do not let the revolutionists out general you at a time when danger appears to be so near to hand...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Autograph Letter Signed. Because of infirmness, he submits his resignation as commandant of Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions about location of tract of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBring deed. Will not fly from bargain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrote A.D. Clarke \u0026amp; requested him to settle account with Woods. Settle note to bank endorsed by R. Simms suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of resignation as bank director which Woods is to hold and use if he wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLet bearer have horses Woods is lending and send advertisement for horse Woods has lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns salt, sugar, wheat, rent due by Mallory, accounts due, and the rent of property at Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to help her brother David McClure to estimate value of land she wishes to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests for Woods to attend to by drawing money from Auditor of Pubic Accounts and bring back McClures' appointment as Inspector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf he does not return in time, ask Col. Woods? or George Washington Wilson to remit money to Mr. Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods to attend a Board meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorse sent back belongs to Alexander Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces ? Jackson, a tanner who wishes to buy a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions about navigation of Elk and Ohio Rivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods and Wilson are commissioners along with Jonathan Buckanon , Josiah Morgan, David McClure to locate a road from Cummins's Mill to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that money due her be paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePower of attorney has been obtained from President of Literary Fund authorizing the subscription of $50,000 of North Western Bank of Virginia stock at Wellsburgh. Application will be made to Board of Directors to open books. Recommends it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to come get his wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePut a note in for Curtis \u0026amp; Co. for discount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers service in locating warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnder guard as a deserter. Defends himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMother has 100 bushels of wheat to grind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to lease property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProcured letter from Alpheus Willson for Woods to see concerning directors of North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Alpheus P. Wilison to John Tyler concerning appointments of directors of North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods to write ? Jacobs and bring patents with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation. Glad ? is Congressional candidate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSoldiers must bring public arms to batallion muster for inspection. \"Whatever thoughts you or I had of resigning (as I most seriously had) it cannot it will not now do to resign until the storm is over;...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received orders to march to Point Pleasant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a road (possibly the Cumberland Road.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo inquire regarding the payment to taxes. Woods is also to call on General Breckenridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Governor to confer with President of United States to request protection from Indians. Also signed by Charles WellsJohn Dant, John Davis, Hezekiah Davison,J ohn Haymond, Cornelius Bogard, John Haddan, William Morrez?, W.H. Cavendish, and H. Caperton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Ruggles to intervene in legislation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Jacob Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds new deed from Croghan's father to be recorded in the County where the land is.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns lawsuit of J. Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Bank of United States. If it is granted a charter, Woods suggests alterations and amendments to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Barber to send messenger to deliver legal notice to Stephen R. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal to trade land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods; and the appointment of state directors to the Board of the North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Archibald Woods to ?. Concerns establishment of post office at Capteena.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElijah Woods failed on his part of agreement to explore or locate warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to make a settlement by purchasing slaves. Wants young ones not in habit of running away. \"...those of a contrary disposition are however often the best slaves but situated as we are in this County between... Pennsylvania \u0026amp; Ohio...and where slavery is much ridiculed, any Negro of an enterprising disposition and forward in their Manners are almost certain to go into one or the other states or down the Ohio;...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious ideas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sale of lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Weaver declines to purchase house because wife wants to quit business of keeping a public house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for information from the city.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Hinds has agreed with M. Clark for oxen. Will accept your offer for his tract of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes plats on verso of Maddison's or John Mitchel's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes estimate of damages sustained by Archibald Woods in consequence of lease given by Richard Yates to James Fulton, blank notes for North Western Bank of Virginia, instructions for inquiring at Land Office in Kentucky, instructions to take paper back to broker and get paper of Miami Exporting Company, poem (Lines supposed to be written at Genoa), deposition concerning a land dispute between Samuel Todd and the executors of Andrew Woods, Instructions for formation on parade ground and for inspection of sentinels by officer of the day, (circa 1812), Alexander? Caldwell to Archibald Woods (wants to borrow shovels), parody of a candidate's speech, Robert Poage to Archibald Woods, petition to Virginia Governor to ask for protection for frontiers from Federal Government, vote for governor of Pennsylvania in four counties, and formula for sheep-dip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include George W. Bailey, William C. P. Breckinridge, S. L. Brown, Mrs. S. T. Cook, T. Gallaher, Louisa A. Kemper, George A. Paull, A. J. Poag, C. C. Poage, Charles M. Poage, G. H. Poage, George B. Poage, J. C. Poage, M. Annie Poage, S. C. Poage, Thomas K. Poage, J. N. Powers, Margaret Sisson, Andrew W. 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Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Papers, chiefly 1783-1846, of Archibald Woods of Ohio County, West Virginia. The papers concern his family, the Poage family, and the Houston family, as well as his business dealings. Correspondents include Levi Barber, Daniel Call, Philip Doddridge, Chapman Johnson, Henry Lee, James Pindall, Benjamin Ruggles, Daniel Sheffey and John Tyler, Edgar Campbell Wilson, George Washington Wilson and Thomas Wilson. Subjects dealt with in the collection include banking, cholera, the Cumberland Road, land speculation, pioneer life near Wheeling, West Virginia and in Kentucky and Indiana, formation of and early days in Belmont and Monroe counties, Ohio (including the founding of Woodsfield, Ohio), the Northwest Territory, Indians of North America, family life, marriage and courtship, Virginia militia during peacetime and in the War of 1812, Ohio politics, sale of slaves and the Whiskey Rebellion. There are also letters of members of the Baker and Morgan families of Fauquier County, Virginia and Wheeling, West Virginia which concern life in St. Louis, Missouri during the 1840's.","Addition to folder 1482:  December 31, 1824 letter from Z. Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia to Archibald Woods regarding moving the College of William and Mary to Richmond.","Offering his military warrant and pay for service in the U.S. Continental Army in lieu of money owed Woods. Witnessed by Andrew Woods and Alley ? McKee. Affidavit by Ebenezar Lane.","Concerning land to be located and patented by military warrants and divided between the two men.","Scope and Contents Bill of sale to Martha Woods, Botetourt County, Virginia 1 Negro girl.","Concerning money and land.","Scope and Contents Concerning land purchased from the military claims of James Ludlow, James Letort and Andrew Fowler who served in \"the old Virginia Regiment under Governour Dinwiddie's Proclamation.\"","Concerning land on the Kanawha River.","Nevill was attorney for William Croghan. Witnessed by John Beaver and ? Heth.","Scope and Contents Concerning agreement with Archibald Woods. Including agreement between Kerr and Woods, 1786 November 6.","Concerning a list of land and people which was prepared for the auditor.","Concerning horses. Including note concerning equipment and uniforms for those who join a calvary company.","Concerning a trip to Richmond.","Mentions bonds and the postponement of a trip to Ohio County. Including undated note by an unidentified person concerning genealogical matters.","Including note, March 1790, of Johnson with Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning 1000 acres of land in West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning the locating and surveying of land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Asking for help in fighting the Indians and outlining a plan.","For 2 slaves, a boy named Littleton and a girl named Pink.","They were trustees to establish an academy in either Monongalia, Ohio, Harrison or Randolph counties.","Concerning a petition to have a ferry across the Ohio River at Short Creek signed by Nathaniel Coolman and John Vanmetre.","Concerning patents for 10,000 acres of land. Including a petition concerning taxation.","Concerning Indians, land taxes owed by ? Todd, land dispute between ? Carper and ? Moor Moore, treaty made by Arthur St. Clair at Fort Harmar with Indians.","Concerning land in Ohio County.","For a female slave named Phetis.","Concerning money owed to A. Kirkpatrick by Woods.","Scope and Contents To transfer 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to William McClandhan.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods' desire to purchase land. Says \"our politics are loose, vague, various, and uncertain.\" Advises Woods to not reject his mother's \"precepts because she is a female good sense is the result of a Sound mind which would as soon inhabit a female body as a male. There is no sex in souls.\"","For female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents To convey 400 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to McFarland.","Scope and Contents Mentions George Strickler concerning military warrant lands in West Virginia and Kentucky and the non-attendance of Andrew Woods and Archibald Woods as court jurors.","Asking Shepherd to give him preference if he decides to sell his mill and house. Including note of Bible verses in a different hand.","Scope and Contents Concerning Mitchell's land in Kentucky. Including, letter, John Lee, Hagerstown, Maryland, to Archibald? Woods.","Concerning Woods' misfortunes, religion, a dispute with ? Crawford and his baptism of Jenny St. Clair McCulloch.","Discusses a move to Kentucky, the death of John Crawford and William Wilson.","Describing Kentucky and Woods' contemplated move there.","Concerning land prices in Kentucky near Lexington and Danville.","Concerning Woods' possible move to Kentucky and the price of renting land there.","Concerning family news and Poage's opinion of Kentucky.","Concerning religion and family news.","Concerning Kentucky.","Mostly concerns religion and family news.","Discusses family and neighborhood news including the marriage of Polly Stuart to Ned Hall.","Discusses his business affairs and family news.","Telling Woods to be ready with his party of horses if he receives orders.","Scope and Contents Expressing concern over Indian threats to frontier. Thomas Poage has entered Presbytery as candidate for ministry. Discusses religion in Prince Edward and Charlotte. Cousin John Crawford is dead.","Scope and Contents Concerning his judicial circuit and news of mutual friends in Augusta and Rockbridge County, Virginia","Containing religious advice, and concerning the role of feelings in religion.","Concerning money.","For title to 355 acres of land . Including assign (witnessed by George Humphrey) of George Conner.","Probably concerning Archibald Woods.","Requesting that Woods take the deposition of David Harbinson as evidence in the lawsuit of Kelly vs. Wilson.","Concerns family news.","Scope and Contents To convey from Woods to Poage 100 acres of land in Botetourt County, Virginia? and memorandum of money borrowed form Archibald Woods by James Poage.","Scope and Contents Saying he has declared himself a candidate for the Virginia Senate and asking Woods' help.","Concerning rations for a militia company and Jackson's campaign for Congress.","Concerns a move to Kentucky by Cloyd.","Scope and Contents Concerning supplies.","Describing his school under Mr. Graham.","Scope and Contents Concerning his travels among the Presbyterian churches. Gives Woods advice.","Concerning a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Seat of government may be Lexington.","Requesting that Woods pay bearer money.","Scope and Contents Concerning the sale of hogs and corn. Including a petition concerning a ferry across the Ohio River","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerns division of Ohio County.","Concerning the division of Ohio County.","Concerning Indian threats.","Sending a muster roll and pay abstract for McMachan.","Concerning money Wilson is trying to collect for Woods.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Promising to furnish troops to the state from Ohio, Harrison, Monongalia, and Randolph counties, West Virginia","To furnish troops.","Scope and Contents Describing Indian activities, the difficulty of securing provisions because of Anthony Wayne's levies near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and possible Congressional candidates.","Concerning two companies of Rangers.","Concerning activities of and provisions for Ohio County Rangers and mentions Anthony Wayne.","Concerning McCleery's candidacy for U.S. Congress.","Scope and Contents To trade to Woods 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia in exchange for 461 acres of land in Kentucky and a female slave.","For a female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight, David McWilliams, Jacob Lusk and Hugh McGuire) from Richard Yeates, appointing John McInyre to act in conveying 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to Archibald Woods.","(Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Woods will convey 461 acres of land in Lincoln or Madison County, Kentucky to Yeates.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Yeates will convey 304 acres in Ohio County, to Woods.","Concerning the collection of money owed to Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning William Croghan, a proposed treaty with Indians, and relations with the British.","Concerning Indian threats to the frontier.","Scope and Contents Concerning a lawsuit and including a copy of a letter, 1793 March 27, from Thomas Duncan, Carlisle, Pa. to Messrs, Wallace and Kirkpatrick.","Concerning money owed by Woods to Yeates.","Concerning the altering of a deed from Woods to Jane Yeates instead of to Richard Yeates.","Concerning Cloyds' inability to sell his land in order to pay Woods for land bought from him.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Cloyd by Morris. Including letter from Archibald Woods to ? Dunlap concerning Woods' dissatisfaction with a horse he purchased from Dunlap.","oncerning payment of money owed to Woods for flour and whiskey.","Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower.","Concerning James Wood and militia.","Discussing the Transylvania Presbytery and concerning opening a store.","Scope and Contents Woods' land in Kentucky and a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Also mentions Richard Yeates.","Has a description of life in Kentucky and discusses the split in the Transylvania Presbytery between the followers of Adam Rankin and the rest of the Presbyterians.","Concerning provisions for the militia.","Concerning family news and religion.","Scope and Contents Concerning an execution against ? Wood and McConnell and other lawsuits.","Complaining that land in Kentucky bought from Woods is not located where Woods told him it was; questions quality of the land and the female slave. Includes note from Lewis Marshall, 1793 August 26, concerning location of the land.","Concerning land Nichols is to sell.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods the contract for the supply of the volunteer militia in Monongalia District has been given to ? Wells instead of Woods.","Answering Yeates' complaints about land Woods sold him.","To set up a company to sell land northwest of the Ohio River (i.e. the Northwest Territory).","Concerning dispute between Woods and Richard Yeates over land and chastising Woods for his letter to his mother, Martha (Poage) Woods.","Concerns sending Woods money for frontier services.","Scope and Contents Concerning the militia and mentioning James Wood. Including account 1794 March 27.","Concerning having Woods survey land so that the plats can be sent to Richmond for patents.","Concerning the location of land sold to Yeates by Woods and the disposition of lawsuits being handled by Woods for Yeates.","Concerning his land dispute with Archibald Woods and warning about the Indians.","Scope and Contents Concerning land sold for William Croghan, possible war with England and Spain, and an embargo.","Requesting a promised present in return for her having acknowledged her right of dower.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower?, and a lawsuit.","Scope and Contents Recommending William Martinas paymaster for the militia and saying that individuals are injured by not getting their money.","Concerning land warrants.","Scope and Contents Requesting courses of survey. Includes, draft, Archibald Woods, to Henry Lee, expressing concern over Indian, British and Spanish affairs.","Concerning money owed by Chapline to Woods.","Scope and Contents Requesting Woods to tend to some legal business for Richard Yeates.","Concerning negotiations with Spain over navigation of the Mississippi.","Concerning family news.","Concerning money owed to Yeates by Woods and lawsuits.","To receive the interest on two loan office certificates.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Concerning politics?","That Brown will improve land by building cabins, in Northwest Territory.","For seven hundred dollars, a condition for purchase of a military warrant due Denniston and purchased by Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Whiskey Rebellion.","Scope and Contents Concerning the apprehension of David Bradford, William Sutherland, William McKinley, Robert Stephenson, John Moore, and James Marshall, participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Questions whether Biggs should attend the session of the General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Gives family news, mentions \"we are crowded with light horse men in our town that came in today,\" discusses religion.","Scope and Contents To appear as witnesses in the examination of William McKinley, one of the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Includes letter from Archibald Woods to McClure in response.","Scope and Contents Saying the justices of the peace had decided not to examine the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion \"on considering the situation of this County and the temper of the people ...as we are of the opinion it would have answered no valuable purpose, and our authority it would evidently appeared to us would have been treated with contempt.\"","Reminds him he is in a new place and under care of uncles. Remember Creator and avoid evil company.","Concerning land Woods wishes to buy.","Scope and Contents Saying he has seen a petition against the taking of land west of the Ohio Northwest Territory. Brown has finished building the cabins for Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning sending Andy (Andrew Woods, Jr.) to Woods.","She is disappointed her uncle will not be coming for a visit. Regrets she has not been as religious as she ought to be.","Scope and Contents That Archibald and Elijah Woods of Ohio County, Virginia West Virginia would survey a tract of land containing 100,000 acres in Kanawha County, West Virginia and Wilson would sell it.","Scope and Contents Concerning Wilson's selling of 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia?.","Wants Woods to help his divide land and sell it so that he can move his mother to Kentucky.","Asking her uncle's decision on moving to Kentucky.","Concerning his selling land.","Saying she may purchase his land.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods he has sold Woods' land to Robert Young of Alexandria Virginia with the assistance of Henry? Lee.","Concerning the selling of Woods' land.","Concerning lawsuits, and George Kelly.","Scope and Contents Concerning a petition to Congress and his expectation that Congress will open a land office on Northwest side of Ohio River.","Scope and Contents Tells his uncle that Mr. Willson (Thomas Wilson) says there is no caveat entered at Richmond and Wilson has seen a number of men interested in purchasing land.","Scope and Contents Concerning 60,000 acres of land. Mentions Henry? Lee.","Giving family news.","Assigning as attorney for George Slaughter, Slaughter's title to six entries of land of 400 acres in Ohio County received by military land warrant to William Harris. Witnessed by Andrew Woods, Jr.","Scope and Contents For part of the title to 604 acres of land in Mason County, West Virginia","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","The location of 30,000 acres of land and a description of same.","Concerning extending their concern in the lands in the Northwest Territory up to 300,000 acres.","Woods to share information about location of a salt spring in return for Ryerson purchasing about 5,000 acres of land around the spring in the Northwest Territory. Including memorandum of the approximate location of the salt spring.","For location of townships in the Northwest Territory.","For 21,000 acres of land in Ohio County.","To divide Woods' part of the land he obtains from his agreement with Thomas Ryerson concerning the salt spring and that McCulloch and Woods will also divide the land surrounding another salt spring McCulloch has discovered.","Scope and Contents Concerns Thomas Wilson, and the General Assembly. Tells Woods the act to establish a town at Wheeling, West Virginia passed, but the bill to divide Ohio County did not pass. Gives other legislative news.","Concerning a contract.","Concerning their land deals in the Northwest Territory.","For Lashley to lease Poage's land in return for clearing two acres.","Asking Woods to sell him his land in Kentucky if Woods is not going to live on it.","For Williams to lease land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning money he is collecting for Woods, and Henry Lee; and land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Questioning a land plat.","Rejecting Woods' offer for his land.","Concerning the position of creeks in a stretch of land; and military reservations.","Concerning his land purchases.","Asking Woods to attend to a legal dispute in return for one half the land in dispute if decided in Poage's favor.","Concerning the military land bill.","Concerning his proposed route.","Concerning military warrant land laws in Congress.","To convey two thirds of all lands recovered from military land warrants originally issued to William Harris and assigned to George Slaughter.","Concerning land deals.","Gives her sister family news and discusses religion.","Concerning military land warrants.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning land owed by Ross in the Northwest Territory and his explanation of a law pertaining to military land warrants.","Scope and Contents Making a proposal for his land on the Ohio River. Includes account.","Sending power of attorney to sell land claims.","Scope and Contents Concerning money; a trip to Richmond; the death of his son; and a proposed visit by William Wilson. Also concerns money paid ? McCleery; and lands of ? Symes which needs a title from Congress.","Saying he has no land to sell and that the Congress lands sold at public sale in New York in which Hopkins was the nominal purchaser, probably now belong to William Duer.","Concerning lands in the Northwest Territory and Woods and Martin trying to be appointed to help survey the military lands.","Scope and Contents Concerning taxes on land in Harrison and Ohio County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed by ? Wood.","Telling Woods that Benjamin Cooper has settled on land conveyed from Woods' mother to Yeates' daughter. Yeates is satisfied with his land and suggests Woods purchase land in Kentucky.","To survey and return plot and certificate for land in Ohio County. Witnessed by James Wilson and includes affidavit of William Trigg.","Gives family news and mentions military land.","Offering to sell Woods his \"mill place.\"","Scope and Contents Giving family news and telling Poage someone wishes to buy his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Concerns buying and selling land.","Concerning buying land.","Concerning buying land in Northwest Territory.","Describes water journey. Asks to have coat and horse sent.","Hoping that Woods con meet him in Morgantown.","Gives Woods an opinion he has gotten concerning patents.","Scope and Contents For 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Asking the recipient to inquire for William Hunley and ask him about a bond executed by Thomas McGeorge.","Concerning the death of their mother.","Concerning collection of money.","Concerning the collection of money.","Concerning the sale by Woods to Cloyd of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Concerning a legal dispute between ? Poage and an unidentified person over land title.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods Thomas Wilson has not arrived back in Morgantown and concerning Wilson's candidacy for Congress.","Scope and Contents Concerning Thomas Wilson's candidacy for Congress. Mentions Henry Lee.","Scope and Contents Concerning Henry Lee's debts and the illness of Lee's wife Ann Hill (Carter) Lee.","Concerning the conveyance of land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning money owed by Cloyd.","Concerning money owed to Yeates.","For them to patent land in the Northwest Territory in co-partnership.","To guarantee that Woods would convey to Conill land in Northwest Territory originally owned in co-partnership with Absalom Martin.","To divide land they purchased in co-partnership in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning Andrew Woods' business trip to Philadelphia.","Sends petitions by his son to Woods to be presented to the legislature. Wells is against the one for removing the seat of justice from Charleston. Lists what work has already been done there.","Sending a plat.","Requesting that Woods get land plats.","Discusses business of General Assembly and family affairs.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Archibald Woods by Henry Lee.","Stating he will send more information on the mission to France.","Listing terms upon which he will sell land.","Scope and Contents Concerning the lawsuit of Robert Poage v. Abraham Chapline, George Washington's declining to accept an appointment as a member of mission to France.","Requesting a warrant for military land. Expresses concern over Indians to west.","For one mare, one still and one yoke of oxen.","Giving family news.","Concerning an appointment Woods is requesting and the sale of land.","Concerning land in Kentucky they are interested in purchasing and selling.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to put three plats into the land office.","Asking Woods to get a land warrant from the Treasury land office.","Scope and Contents Concerns land business he is handling for Wilson, Mentions resolutions censuring Alien \u0026 Sedition Acts, petitions and the fact that the Court House stands at Wheeling.","Gives family news and discusses business.","Scope and Contents Defending passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts and discussing the bankruptcy bill.","Concerning money he is collecting for various individuals. Asks Woods to forward land patents to him. Asks Woods if he will run for General Assembly again.","For Watson to lease land in Ohio County.","For Ogden to lease twelve acres of land in Ohio County.","Of decisions at a court held March Term 1799.","Concerns building a house for Woods.","Gives family news.","To clean and fence twenty acres in the Territory in exchange for one hundred acres of land in Ohio County.","Concerning elections.","Telling Woods he is unable to pay him any money.","For Woods to sell to Moore and McClure 134 acres in the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to sell 300 acres to Tallman in Northwest Territory.","Requesting Woods' help in securing a place on the Council.","Ordering Woods to return arms.","Scope and Contents Discussing Randolph Academy. Gives family news and says Nehemiah? Creavens Cravens \"is crazy by this time.\"","He is unable to finish paying Woods for land.","Scope and Contents Asking him to come to Zac Sprigg's house to give depositions concerning a contested election for the General Assembly. Includes fragment, 1799 September 7, of a notice to Archibald Woods, Moses Shepherd, Zac Sprigg, George Moses and William Dement.","Discussing the transfer of a note for money owed by Woods from Breckinridge to George Cooper.","Chapline is unable to attend the muster. Orders Woods to command in his place.","Describing how survey is to be made out.","Tells Woods to make out certificate of survey to Henry Banks.","Discussing money and legal matters.","Scope and Contents Orders Woods to order a court martial for Lieutenant Thomas Gray on charges made by Captain Jacob Wetzel.","Expresses vehement opposition to Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.","On how to proceed with land business and military land warrants.","Request for flour.","Scope and Contents Concerning land in Kentucky sold to Richard Yeates.","Scope and Contents Concerning Benjamin Biggs, session of legislature and family news.","Asking for money Woods owes him.","Concerning 2,000 acres of land bought by Faw from Woods.","Attempts to tend to his uncle's business.","Concerning resolutions passed by opposition members of Virginia General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Concerns suing ? Payne for money owed Woods.","Location of Woods' warrants in the Northwest Territory.","Against letter by committee of opposition members of General Assembly.","Announcing Wilson's candidacy for the Virginia Senate.","Giving family news.","Scope and Contents Election returns for Monongalia County.","Concerning the execution of a writ.","For Low to lease the plantation (\"Greenfield\") on which Woods lives.","For Cravens and Tallman to build a house for Chapline.","Gives terms on which land in Northwest Territory is sold.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Making an offer for land.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning committee of Federalists and asking Federalists to vote.","Selling Woods a set of blacksmith's tools which are listed.","Scope and Contents Asking whether Henry? Lee ever surveyed the land Evans has laid a warrant on.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to give some money to George Poage and asking Woods if he is a candidate for Congress.","For Woods to sell 150 acres in the Northwest Territory to Eagleston.","Concerning a lawsuit between them.","Requesting title papers for John Poage and asking Woods to use his influence in preventing the removal of the district court.","Scope and Contents Vouching for William Tate who wishes to buy land in Ohio County for an inn or tavern?.","Thanking Woods for his offer to sell land to Cloyd at a reduced price.","Trying to find out when Woods will be going to the woods to survey.","Scope and Contents Informing Woods that ? Duvall had saved Woods' land from being sold for taxes and giving family news.","Giving family news.","Concerning a stolen horse.","Concerning the claim of Jacob Beason to land.","Asking Woods to pay taxes on McClenechan's land for him.","Criticizing Woods' dealings with him.","Encloses receipts for wheat and asks to be sent flour.","Demanding payment.","Wanting to buy land.","Concerning military land warrants and Robert Woods.","For Black to put a shingle roof on Woods' barn.","For Woods to lease Johnson and Hamblin land.","To take depositions in lawsuit of Robert Poage v. David Bradford in Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a lawsuit he is handling for Woods.","Concerning the location of land by military warrant.","Scope and Contents Concerning a court decision in High Court of Chancery in Woods? vs. Wilsonand Todd vs. executors of ? in Botetourt County Court.","States he has not moved yet, but there is a wagon road across the mountains to Fincastle. Is sending money owed to Woods but can not send all of it. Gives family news.","Scope and Contents Stating he will be going to Alexandria and Washington D.C. and will carry out business for Woods.","Telling about his crops and expressing Federalist sentiments.","Scope and Contents Concerns an injunction and money owed to Wilson. Included Polly Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods, giving family news.","Scope and Contents Requesting Ann (Poage) Woods' right of dower in land purchased from Woods by ? McNear.","Requesting deeds.","Announcing his intention to move.","Concerning David Yeates, a weaver.","Scope and Contents Concerning the deposition of Thomas Kenton in a land dispute and mentions Henry Lee.","Concerning a land dispute and the deposition of his mother Ann McGintry.","Includes memorandum, undated, concerning procedure in the lawsuit. Also includes memorandum, 1797 December 6, of Archibald Woods, concerning Abraham Chapline, legal advice, 1797 December 12, of Bushrod Washington; cover sheet, 1801 July 22 of L. Burfoot, sending letter of Daniel Call; and copy (made by P. Tinsley) of decree, 1805 September 28, of the Virginia Superior Court of Chancery in the lawsuit of Robert Poage vs. Abraham Chaplaine and David Bradford.","Concerning military land disputes.","Scope and Contents Concerns a lawsuit between ? McIntire and Archibald Woods and the debate in the General Assembly over the division of Kanawha County.","Concerning the Land Office bill. Deposition, 1802, of Archibald Woods in a land dispute.","For Woods to thirty-five acres to Hamblin and Witt. Hambler and Witt are to plant apple trees.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","For Woods to lease ninety acres of land to Dean. Dean is to take care of orchard.","Scope and Contents Concerning military land warrants. Asks if Whetsel Wetzel got his money \"for the Negro he sent down the River.\"","Scope and Contents Concerning Albert Gallatin and the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to lease to Johnson twenty-nine acres of land. Johnson is to take care of the fruit trees.","To change an agreement concerning the delivery of flour.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning land and the appointment of a magistrate.","Concerning the appointment of a magistrate.","Woods owes money for a subscription to Universal Gazette, a newspaper.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning land for Abraham Faw.","Ordering him to order all commissioned officers to meet at Wheeling for muster and training.","Creain is interested in purchasing land from Woods and Bowyer would like to rent some land.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Chapline. Includes William Gelaspie, Station Camp, Sumner County, Tenn. to Abraham Chapline, concerning money.","Scope and Contents Concerning ? Biggs' surveying.","Concerning the surveying of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to let Mark Jacobs live on land owned by Woods.","Requesting Woods to sell his land and it he has done so, to remit payments in pot metal.","Decides not to exchange land with Woods.","Has paid the tax on Woods' land to prevent sale for non-payment of taxes. Asks about worth of land he owns on Ohio River so he can sell or exchange it.","Giving news about his mill.","Concerning deed to land.","Thanking him for paying taxes on Woods' land.","Giving a description of Countyside. Joseph Woods is keeping a store. Gives price of flour.","Scope and Contents For Okey to lease thirty acres of land adjoining Captina Creek.","Concerning the milling of flour.","Concerning location of a salt spring and asking Woods to survey some land.","Offering to exchange some land with him.","Concerning a plot for David Hozack's land.","Concerning money owed to Woods for flour.","Concerning the location of a court house in Belmont, County, Ohio and land.","For Witt and Roberts to lease land in Belmont County, Ohio. Witt and Roberts are to preserve the orchard.","Concerning money owed Archibald Woods. Discusses the murder of an Indian trader.","Requesting planks.","Wanting to lease land from Woods.","Ordering him to order his battalion to report for training.","Is sending his wife to pay Woods.","Concerning a survey order.","Scope and Contents Concerning her arrival and health and Jane ?.","Concerning politics in Mississippi, French in New Orleans and price of goods in Natchez.","Scope and Contents Concerning the settlement of a debt between Spencer and Samuel Biddle.","Mentioning his poverty.","Concerning military warrant land.","Saying how much she is missed.","Scope and Contents Inquiring about military land located for ? Page.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Ohio legislature and the location of the courthouse of Belmont County, Ohio, the necessity of building a road to it, ferries and the Miami Exporting Company. Bears notes in another hand.","Scope and Contents Discusses Richard Yeates' land and family news.","Concerning a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning title to land owned by ? Graham.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods that Poage vs. Bradford \u0026 Chaplinecould not be tried in his district of the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a law suit and a possible exchange of land.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery. Gives his opinion of the Louisiana Purchase.","Concerning the building of a dam.","Concerning land in Ohio County surveyed by Woods for her husband.","Asking if Woods has sold his land for him. If so, please remit \"one ton of small castings, and the remainder in twenty gallon kettles without legs, for the purpose of salt-making.\"","Scope and Contents Saying he has sent Andrew Woods and an Indian trader up White River.","Concerning land.","Asking Woods to come make a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed Woods by Joseph? Tomlingson.","Concerning disputed land in Kentucky.","For Prittyman to lease land. Lease extended for another year.","Concerning land disputes between Woods and Yeates.","For money received.","Gives his opinions of Methodists.","Wants to exchange land with Woods.","For Cassat to pay Woods back for flour.","Giving family news.","Concerning the lawsuit of Poage v. Chapline.","Concerning William Croghan and land belonging to Woods in Kentucky.","Concerning Croghan's purchase of land owned by Woods.","Concerning death of Aggy Poage, other family news and election of Philip Doddridge.","Concerning flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge.","Requesting flour.","Ohio for Witt to rent land. Witt is to take care of the orchard.","Asking to buy the land he lives on from Woods.","Asking Woods to forward a letter for him.","For one moiety (half) of the first installment \u0026 surveying expenses for land in Northwest Territory offered for sale at Steubenville.","Gives family news, discusses Philip Doddridge and land speculation in Northwest Territory; and the \"conversion\" of the Presbyterian minister, William Wilson.","To convey land.","Requesting flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge, the lawsuit of John McIntire vs. Wood,and Woods vs. Lewis.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning the location of a road.","Letter probably intended for Archibald Woods. Concerning the sale of land for taxes, the lawsuit of John Macker vs. Lewis Cragg.","Concerning their land dispute.","Offering to sell him burr mill stones.","That Edward Coats' son, William will become an apprentice to Hoover, a saddlemaker.","To split land in Kentucky if Pogue is successful in proving claim.","Ordering flour.","Concerning a lawsuit involving ? Fulton.","Concerning Betsy Woods and family news.","Bond of title to promise to convey 240 acres to the Ramseys.","Concerning the visit of Woods' daughter, a proposed trip to Augusta, and the possibility of Wilson running for Congress.","Has paid taxes owed on Woods' Kentucky land. Is interested in selling or exchanging 1200 acres of land on or near the Ohio River.","For Pergrin to lease 17 acres of land from Woods.","Concerning a note for money due Robert Woods.","For Reed and Edwards to lease a house and garden.","To convey to Nehemiah Cravens 300 acres of land in Ohio.","Tells of the birth of a daughter. \"The election is over \u0026 I am easy--when vice prevails and wicked men bear sway the post of honour is a private station;...\"","For Woods to sell 250 acres of land to Mothral and Mantooth.","Ordering flour.","Ordering flour.","Offering land for sale.","Concerning a lawsuit involving land.","For Deafabough to run a grist mill for Woods.","Concerning lawsuit of Woods v. William Lewisand McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking about Archibald Woods' health.","Requesting the health of his daughter and the lawsuit of McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking Woods to sell a slave for him.","Concerning the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning disputed land.","For Steenrod to sell one half of a tract of land containing one hundred and eighty acres.","For Ingledue to run a grist mill for Woods.","Discusses fever. Tells Woods one of deeds he has from him has no witness.","Tells his uncle he has moved.","Concerning a land dispute.","Concerning the lawsuits of McIntyre v. Woods and Woods v. Lewis.","Asking Woods to pay him for surveying.","Concerning taking wheat to his mill.","For McConnell to run a grist mill for Woods.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","That Patterson Ingledue's death was due to accident by the falling of a tree.","To settle the estate of Patterson Ingledue.","For Swiney to rent eighteen acres from Woods.","For land in Belmont County.","Has bought wheat for Woods.","Asks Woods to sell to his nephew his surveyor's compass.","Scope and Contents Concerning land Woods wants to purchase. Is concerned about his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","For Black to rent twenty-six acres from Woods.","For Witt to rent land from Woods.","For McConnell and Dean to rent ninety acres of land from Woods.","Concerning the sale of land.","Tells Woods the surveys he is asking about can not be found.","Requesting flour.","Asking about mill wheels.","For Black to build a house. Lists tasks Black is to perform.","For a temporary assignment of dower.","Concerning the delivery of mill wheels.","For Feay to sell one hundred acres of land to Milligan.","Money owed for subscription to United States Gazette.","Will try to aid Woods in the capture of a runaway slave.","Concerning the lawsuits of Poage v. Chapline \u0026 Bradford.Asks Call to represent Poage in the Court of Appeals.","Concerning land owned by Crogan in Ohio County.","Asking Woods to collect a debt from Caleb Reeves.","Concerning an injunction.","Trying to settle Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the location of a road.","Concerning the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the lawsuit, Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Concerning land belonging to George Pepperly and the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","For Edmonds to lease twenty-nine acres from Woods.","Saying Richard Parriott wishes to buy McClandhan's land. Will trade a slave family for it.","Concerning Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning Humphrey Marshall; and Woods v. Lewis.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","Concerning an offer to settle McIntire v. Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning land; and also slaves which had belonged to Harman Blennerhassett.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods v. Lewis. Includes Patsey Houston, Natural Bridge, Virginia, to Archibald Woods, concerning a trip to see sister Polly McClung.","Scope and Contents Wants him to accompany Betsy to see Polly McClung.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis.","Agreeing to defend him in the lawsuit of McIntire v. Woods.","Asking Sheffey to take depositions in Woods v. Lewis.","For a still.","Scope and Contents Concerning the purchase of land and slaves from William McClandhan.","Carpenter is migrating to West. Will leave room in his wagon for Mathew Quick if Quick is interested. Asks Woods to give message.","Concerning the decision in the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Offering to sell land.","Concerning an appeal of the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning encumbrances upon the property of William Chapline.","Scope and Contents Concerning the route of the United States Road to Wheeling, West Virginia","Scope and Contents For an attachment against the estate of Moses Thompson. Includes plat, n.d., of land owned by John Lee and Archibald Woods.","For the conveyance of land from William Chapline to Woods.","Orders Woods to order companies to Wheeling for training.","Asks Woods to designate his military land so Bay can pay taxes on it.","Tells of birth of George Washington Wilson, sickness of many and death of Hezekiah Reader from fever. Wants sister to write and come to see her.","Scope and Contents Apology for not having written him concerning the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","For the conveyance of 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County.","Offering to deal for land.","Saying they will not pay an order for grinding wheat at Woods' mill.","Stating he will buy land from Woods.","Recounts his side of Woods v. Lewis and asks Blackburn to be his lawyer.","Scope and Contents Giving news about influenza in Lexington, Kentucky and discussing a land dispute. Alexander Mitchel to Thomas Dickerson, near Short Creek, Ohio County, West Virginia asking him if he saw Thomas Kennady in 1776 concerning land improvements.","Saying he has paid the tax due on Woods' land. People in Western part of state want to perpetuate seat of government at Chillicothe.","Scope and Contents Sending a deed and asking his opinion of the value of other land,","Edmonds is to take particular care of fruit trees.","Asking Woods to serve as executor in his plan to settle the estate of George Dement and to effect a settlement between the heirs of Dement and the heirs of Ignatious Sirums.","Scope and Contents Sending rent.","Scope and Contents Stopped sale of Woods' land for taxes.","Scope and Contents Concerning land bought by Samuel Lewis.","Asks Woods if he has made up his mind about a bargain.","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents Also includes a memorandum of Archibald Woods concerning power of attorney.","Tells Woods to send down flour.","Concerns a missing arms shipment.","Still interested in Woods' land.","Okey is concerned about Woods' lawsuit against Timmons.","Tells Woods he has been denied change of venue in Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to pay taxes on land he William Croghan owns. Wants to know about John? McIntire who purchased George Rogers Clark's right to land on Ohio.","Scope and Contents Desiring to buy land from Woods.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Evans is concerned about a land claim he has.","Wants Woods to report on his land to him, since Hill desires to settle on it.","Scope and Contents It is the opinion of several people that Woods' flour is unfit for market. \"Mr. Miller states that all the flour in Charlestown, that was made before September is sour and unfit for market.\"","Has asked for continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Blackburn other directions in handling the case.","Scope and Contents Including a memorandum of agreement (witnessed by C. Hammond and George Knox).","Offers Negro slaves to Woods in exchange for land. Describes the slave families.","Hough has checked Woods' land for taxes due.","Asks Moore if he knows about location of U.S. road. Wants to be appointed a commissioner to lay road out in Ohio.","Assures Woods his offer of slaves will not injure Woods' claim in Woods v. Lewis.","Orders Woods to draft 46 men.","Has no Negroes to sell. Wants Woods to survey some land for him.","In compliance with order, has militia company together.","Wants to meet with Woods to buy land.","Scope and Contents Offers to settle money owed him in wheat. Includes Archibald Woods to George Hancock, concerning slaves Hancock wishes to sell. Woods discusses prices.","An application was made to change venue in Woods v. Lewis. It failed. Has heard of no application since. Johnson had small pox. Cannot issue subpoena for witness.","Orders flour.","Gives information and advice on Woods v. Lewis.","Edmonds is to take particular care of the fruit trees and orchard.","Scope and Contents Asks what Woods wants him to do in a lawsuit involving land. \"We are advised by William McKinley that he has been pressed into the electioneering campaign--the conduct of Gen'l J. G. I--in this respect must be as bad as an English press gang--poor MC is to be pitied.\"","Scope and Contents Sorry to hear her sister has been unwell, brother Billy's wife has consumption. \"Nancy Wilson has two sons. I think she breeds well...I was surprised when Mr. hood informed me that Brother Bob was with you. I should be very glad to see him provided he could be sober and rational.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls.","Ordering Woods to order his Battalion to Wheeling for training.","Scope and Contents Undertook to get paper needed in Woods v. Lewis from Sweet Springs. Found he had to go on to Munroe Monroe C.H. Papers not ready. Clerk issued order that he would send papers. Case was docketed in Rockbridge. Subpoena issued for Patrick.","Offers to locate military land for Nicholas' warrant.","Wants the patents for the 17,000 acre survey belonging to the partnership, so he can inquire about taxes due on it.","Sickness prevented sending deeds. Asks for money Woods owes him.","Scope and Contents Introduces Noah Zane. Zane is the bearer of remonstrances counteracting remonstrances from Pennsylvania on the subject of the National road. Describes route the commissioners laid out. Hopes that route will be kept.","Wants to borrow money.","Scope and Contents Sent receipts which Woods has failed to get. Asks Woods to take \"best matters\" action. Wishes Woods not to be uneasy about the money he owes Woods. Expects to make a payment this fall.","\"Brother Archibald \u0026 myself having made an alteration in our agreement respecting this place on which I live, it is necessary our article in your hands should be destroyed...\"","According to list of military claims, there is none due Andrew Robinson. Thanks Woods for paying taxes on his land Ohio County. Asks Woods to continue until land can be sold and try to find purchaser.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis will probably be tried in September. Papers have not yet arrived.","Scope and Contents She is pregnant. Had expected a visit this summer. Includes Polly Wilson to Eliza and Polly Woods. Wants them to write.","Scope and Contents Defends his treatment of Woods' son, Alpheus in school. \"If Franklin (Woods' other son) to exculpate himself, has represented to you that I did not pay the same attention to him, that I did to others, I assure you that he wronged me.\" Assures Woods he will do all in his power for his improvement. Lists subjects he will be offering.","Scope and Contents Sends Franklin and Alpheus Woods home. Defends Thomas Glisson as a teacher.","Has omitted entering the land. Lists entries.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Has sent deed. Please remit money.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis has been continued until April. General Breckenridge and Allen Taylor did not attend the exposition of General Preston. Fears the loss of Sheffey at next term.","There has been a continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Afraid he can not attend the trial in the spring due to serving in Congress.","Lewis has obtained a postponement in Woods v. Lewis.","Death of Betsy Poage. Summarizes national politics and rumors of Europe.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis is continued. Injunction has been granted. Encloses subpoena.","Scope and Contents Has never heard from Woods about his claims for land in Woods' County. William Oldham will handle it.","Offers Negro slaves for sale, Easther, Harry \u0026 Nancy as well as a \"lad\"; and a \"girl,\" 7 years old. Describes their abilities.","Scope and Contents Sends commission. \"I never wished to hold an office that I was not thought worthy of, if you thought me incapable of discharging my duty or unworthy of promotion I will ask you why did you not communicate your objection to me before the Court Marshall martial.","Scope and Contents Asks one of them to pay taxes on Archibald Woods' land.","Scope and Contents Gives directions in taking General Breckinridge's deposition. Recounts proposals from George Hancock. Proposes his grounds for a settlement.","Gives his price for a slave, Jacob.","Includes receipt for Zac. Sprigg.","Birth of Louisa Ann. \"Mrs. Kerns the ladys wedding you was at when you was here shews the fruits of her marriage verry plain.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls. Invites them for a visit. \"Betsy you cannot get anybody to have you where you are known.\" Lists recent weddings.","If Woods can come to his (Thomas Warman) mothers he will take five dollars less. He cannot come to Woods","Enlow is to clear land, repair a cabin, build a stable and repair fences.","He owns no land in US Military District, north of the Scioto. A Capt. John Brown did own a quarter township, but suspects it has been sold. He owns 8 or ten thousand acres in tracts of 1000 acres which he would sell. Describes one tract. Price is three dollars per acre but would accept \"two or three young negro men at valuation in part payment.\" Two \u0026 half dollars per acre for other tracts.","Has sent deed to Mr. Chambers of Kentucky. Requests Woods to rent a plantation for him. Pay taxes due on it.","Sends information on the murder and names of the children of D. Bradford.","Since he has resolved to leave Morgantown, he wants Woods to remit money. \"There is not I believe any part of the civilized world where education is thought so little of as this place.\" Asks questions about the Wheeling area. Can produce testimonies.","Sold Noah Linsly interest in Capteen bottom.","Owns a quarter section of military land. Gives terms and location.","Business with Woods' son, Thomas. Asks for more time.","Sends wheat and cotton Woods requested. Don't send corn or meal. Do send bran.","Will sell lands at Fishing Creek to Woods' neighbor for cash if offer is high enough.","Doesn't understand why he didn't receive all the money due him from Woods. Has been sick.","Reports on various schools in his County.","Detailed description of how it is to be built.","Will send record of Woods v. Lewis(300 pages) when Woods remits fee of forty-five dollars.","Has purchased a farm 3 miles from Morgantown. \"The people in my neighborhood are perfectly indifferent about the education of their children so that I cannot expect to derive anything from tuition among them.\" Would come to Wheeling if three hundred dollars could be procured. If not, will open school at his farm. Pledges to be attentive to Franklin Woods (Woods' son.)","Gives Woods advice on how to recover costs from John McIntire. Will attend Woods v. Lewis at Rockbridge Superior Court.","The two young men who contracted with Shepherd for flour have been at all mills and cannot get flour. Will have to give you the price you ask.","Salutation is \"Dear Andrew.\" Wishes him to write respecting the receipts for costs in the suit with the Wilson's and Harbison's bond. \"As I of late feel my constitution decline, my wish is as far as possible to draw my concerns to a close. Ask George] Hancock to have business in Botetourt with Wilson's settled.\" \"have not got my business with Lewis finally settled as yet...\"","Presented receipts to ? Wilson. He would not refund the money. Left receipts and letter with George Hancock. \"I start in a few days for Kentucky with my little family \u0026 small portion of this world's goods--my wife Elenor has been in a bad state of health since early spring. My mother \u0026 brother Andrew also are in bad health as usual. Write if you receive this letter. Address letter to Lincoln County near Stanford Kentucky.\"","Lists officers elected by company.","Scope and Contents Offers to sell stills","Wants to meet him in Staunton.","Lists terms on which he will settle with Lewis.","Introduces ? McKnight who claims land in Ohio County.","Terms upon which he will sell his farm, mill, dwelling house and distillery.","Terms on which Josiah Dillon will pay Bank of Marietta.","Terms upon which the directors will accept payment of Dillon's debt.","Woods will take up Dillon's note on Bank of Marietta. Dillon will convey house and lot to Woods. Dillon will convey residue of property to George Paull.","Has offered for Congress. Chancellor made decree in Woods v. Lewis. Decree is agreeable to last verdict.","Questioning whether a judgment against Josiah Dillon in federal court is a lien against property he has bought from Woods.","Asks Poage to collect money due in execution of decree in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Poage directions about collecting it.","Intends to get money to Woods.","Wants McClandhan to collect money due on execution against William Lewis. Includes Archibald Woods to James Breckinridge.Woods blames Breckenridge for not paying over money owed him by William Lewis.","Scope and Contents Hughes received fee who will handle Woods' business with Bell. Pogue obtained judgment for 7,000 dollars against ? Brown. Gives family news.","Wants to know if ? Hughes brought suit against Benjamin Bell for him. It not, will employ Alexander Marshall next.","Describes college at Canonsburgh.","Wants all papers pertaining to lease of a piece of property sent to him.","Has purchased property of John Thompson. Woods is at liberty to make use of his house after expiration of the lease.","Requests pay for services as adjutant in 4th Regiment of Virginia militia.","Recounts his difficulty in obtaining money.","Has had no further account from Staunton. \"I had expected to see Genll Paull present my compliments to ? and tell him to be so good as to procure a copy of your Constitution on Regulations of your Library and forward to me as soon as possible as I am to report on that subject for our town is establishing a library.\"","Encloses a decree against William Lewis. Clerk has failed to certify when the injunction was granted.","Scope and Contents Cannot be at election in Ohio County, West Virginia Hopes his opponent will not exceed him in that County more than 30 votes.","Wants ? Woods (son of Archibald Woods) to come next week if he is coming to live with him. Will leave terms up to McLure.","Brown wants to rent house. Wants a sign and four beds and complains of rent being too high.","George Paull had held deed of trust on two lots in St. Clairsville, Ohio for money owed Bank of Marietta by Dillon. Paull is deeding property to Woods to discharge the deed of trust. Edward Bryson. Includes affidavit of William Farris, Junior.","Horse bought by White or his brother in St. Clairsville, Ohio stands on lot bought by Woods from Josiah Dillon.","Gives family news.","Shall be engaged at Judge Lockwood fitting out a boat. Mortgage must be recorded.","Asks Woods to survey land to divide farm between Chapline and Evans.","Lewis has deposited money with General James Breckinridge for Woods' claim. ? Walker previous to going to Kentucky left memo respecting Woods' suit with Wilson. No bill was filed.","Results of election between William McKinley and Wilson.","Has not heard from lawyers concerning Woods vs. Lewis. Thomas Wilson is elected to Congress.","Lists tasks and prices.","Concerns the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull and the validity of Woods' title to Dillon's property.","Asks if copy of decree in Woods v. Lewis has been forwarded.","Noah? Linsly has decided against Woods and Paull concerning the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull selling Dillon's lots to Woods.","Transmits payment to discharge note.","Concerning the price of a hopperboy for a flour mill.","Apologizes for delay. Called away by death of a friend in Baltimore. Has sent copy of decree to clerk of Monroe so he can issue execution.","Wants James Paull to send him a pair of pigs.","Sends decree in Woods v. Lewis.","Issued against property of Amos Shearman and Joseph Ferroi in the lawsuit of Matthew Kerr v. Ferroi.","Appoints Woods president of a court-martial to try James G. Laidley for disorderly behaviour and disobedience of orders at the 113th Regiment. \"Also for conspiring with his subaltern officers previous to said muster to be disorderly on the day of said muster.\" Includes Benjamin Biggs, certifying he did employ John Finney to summons the officers to attend the trial of Laidley.","Scope and Contents Requests Erwin pay forty-two dollars to ? Evans for license to rise hopperboy at Woods' mill. \"The mill stands on Wheat's run a branch of Wheeling Creeke in Ohio County...\"","Scope and Contents Sends bill of complaint for Woods to answer in  Wilson's Executors v. Woods.","Instructed by Lieutenant Governor \"to inform you that commissions cannot issue...until it shall be specified...what vacancies they are to fill; or if for a new company that also should be specified.\"","Signed by George William Smith, Lieutenant Governor and Jno W. Pleasants. Includes Benjamin Biggs attesting that Andrew Howlett had taken oath as captain.","Scope and Contents Needs oats from Woods.","Joseph Cloyd's wife and daughter died. Houston's \"son Andrew got a cut on his knee last winter which had nearly taken his life.\" Gives other family news.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis and Wilson's heirs vs. Woods.","Scope and Contents Has made an alteration in the promissory note Woods sent for him to sign. Includes of John Anderson, undated., to Archibald Woods, Ohio County, West Virginia Robert Anderson is not willing that John Anderson should quit his work before harvest so Woods can expect them July 15.","Orders Woods to order regiment to Wheeling for muster.","Has collected 792 dollars in execution granted in Woods v. Lewis. Marshall has taken all the personal property of William Lewis. Let him know how to transmit money.","For Woods to lease the stone house and stable to be built. Describes how stable is to be constructed.","Sent articles written for.","Sends sympathy for death of Archibald Woods' son. Unable to attend funeral.","Pleased with executive appointment of a judge for our circuit. Try to block appointment of ? Jackson by legislature. Thinks Congressional session will be long and boisterous. His reception in Woods' County has made impressions on his mind.","Meix agrees to build a barn for Evans. Description of how it is to be built.","Offers land for sale adjoining land owned by Woods at the mouth of Capteen Creek.","Notifies Woods that a note of Michael Cresap, endorsed by Woods is due and unpaid.","Zebu Warner is indebted to Woods for rent. Gives Griffith options on how to handle the collection. Includes Archibald Woods to Zebu Warner. Concerns rent owed to Woods. See Folder 656 for documents of 1811 October 8.","Laments loss of Woods' son. Not able to make any statement with respect to Woods' account with George Poage without assistance of Woods' papers. Includes receipt from J. Russle ? to David Banes? for wheat to the account of Archibald] Woods.Includes fragment of an account.","If Woods has made purchase of the Jughandle Mills, write him and he will send Woods a draft of his proportion of the half.","Spoke to R. ? Thompsonwho is considered one of the best house-carpenters here respecting the undertaking of your house. The Republican ticket succeeded in all three members with a majority of two to three hundred votes.","Scope and Contents Has learned by George Paull that Mr. Lewis has sold his land. Informed a proposition is made by Mr. Lewis to pay to William Poageof Augusta for Woods. Thanks McClandhan for his friendly aid in having the business brought to a close. Speculates on other terms.","Scope and Contents Concerns taxes on land in Ohio County owned by Cloyd family and by Matthew Houston.","Wants Woods to make him some flour.","Asks that he look for patents for George and Isaac Kelly.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to tell him how to go about military patents. Has visited the President and also attended the House of Madam. At next interview with President intends to mention the Road. Many petitioners praying to be relieved from injuries sustained under the nonimportation law. Affair of the Chesapeake settled. Determined representation for the states. The \"Harriet\"; sails in a few days with messengers to England and France. Mr. Taylor son of John Taylor goes to England and Mr. Biddle son of Clement Biddle goes to France. \"it is hard to say what course our great men will take. I believe...leaders know not what to do. Not do I know who is to be the leader. I believe in Caucus it was determined to elect Henry Clay, speaker and they did elect him.\" Describes Clay.","Has about thirty-five feet of pipes now by him and expects to set another kiln next week when he expects to have Woods' in it. Wants to know what other kind, of ware Woods would wish to be sent along with them. \"Here let me remark that Mr. Wales opinion of stone ware pipes is higher than ever \u0026 he regrets that the town of Steubensville does not use them instead of wood.\"","To assign and transfer to Archibald Woods twenty shares in Bank of Steubenville.","Gives his recollection of a transaction between himself and John McClure. Mr. Reed's young daughter died. Have searched for cloth.","Apologizes for being so long, in making his returns because he couldn't understand it. Includes Andrew Howlett to Archibal] Woods, 1811 December 30. Has sent returns by Moses Chapline.","Concerns settling Woods v. Lewis. \"Beware of being taken in as all those people are Great Sharpers. Beware of going in any barter or bargain with them. If possible they will try to pawn some old or good for nothing Negroes on you, or some other old stuff or bad bonds.\"","Scope and Contents Received four hundred dollars from William Lewis. Taken a bond on Burwell. Not knowing the amount of the Execution nor Credits, could not go into a final settlement. Can have it credited to execution by writing clerk of Monroe or attorney.","Thanks Ann Woods for sending Patty up. Glad to hear of Betsy's safe delivery. \"if I live as long as the first week in May and no accident happens I expect to have an addition to my family, already too large, but when we have them we are sorry for to part with them.\" Misses her husband who is in Congress. Hope he returns in March, but if they declare war he may be detained a month or two longer.","Presented draft to Sheffey. Mentioned \"the establishment of the Road to his Majesty but have no answer to the point.\" Discusses increase in military establishment. Bills on Navy laid on table to make room for land force. Wilson voted no to raising 25,000 soldiers. Asks what the people think. Doubts leaders. Thinks war will ensue.","Has received draft to settle Woods v. Lewis. Has to be sent back to William Poage to obtain proper endorsement. \"We hear of nothing here but war...\" Lists bills concerning raising troops. President will not act on the U.S. Road, saying there is no money to expend.","Is making enquiries about a 3000 acre tract of military land in Ohio County. Asks if land has been sold for taxes.","For Evans to sell his farm to Eoff. Evans is also to convey his interest in the ferries across the Ohio River and across Wheeling Creek.","Prescribing the uniform of the Virginia militia.","Encloses patent to Woods. Asks for recommendations for officers in \"our (to be made Army)\". Rage for war has subsided. Looks for proposition to repeal non-importation law. Houses passes bill to repair old frigates. Mentions William Branch Giles.","Would survey his land but had to attend Superior Court at Wheeling. Makes proposal for 200 to 250 acres. Offer is eight gallons good whiskey and one dollar per acre. He offers flour. Draws plat to explain offer.","Person who delivers letter is authorized to sell land for General James Allen and Col. David Allen. Discusses past dispute with Woods over land in Kentucky he bought from Woods.","Building a sawmill. Thinks Mallory should have house he is renting taken from him. Doesn't know anyone else to rent it to. Benjamin Ruggles wants Paull to go in with him and others on laying out a town, (Woodsfield?)","Has heard rumors that political enemies may try to have election for clerk set aside if they lose. Suggests that Robert Woods as eldest magistrate to require sheriff to summons all magistrates to elect a clerk for County court in place of Moses Chapline, deceased. Suggests form to use.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","Has received Woods recommendations for commissions as officers. Trouble raising money. Considered salt tax. \"The 'Constitution' has returned ten days \u0026 no report of anything from England and France.\" Sheffey has paid no money.","Doesn't have time to consider offer for land. Prefers bank stock to land. Prefers cash to bank stock. If others sell out, he does not wish to be backward. Does not think Archibald Woods' offer for his interest in Botetourt includes what he will receive from Elijah Woods. Wants Brother James Woods to appoint attorney to settle price of land Robert Woods is to have from Joseph Woods and make a deed.","Discusses British spy, John Henry. \"It is not yet determined who is to be next President. DeWitt Clinton is spoken of.\" April elections will express public mind.","Discusses land owned by David and James Cloyd and Matthew Houston in Ohio County. In Woods v. Lewis. Lewis has sold land to ? Burwell. Lewis has paid $7,000 to William Poage. James Greenlee married Miss ? Paxton.","Defends his handling of Woods business in the suit of Woods v. Lewis.","Tells Woods he can expect an embargo. Asks him to let ? Shepherd and all friends know.","Lists officers to be commissioned. Has enclosed documents \"for the information of the people.\" Forwarded report on subject of U.S. Road. Doesn't expect anything to be done concerning road west of Monongahela. Not at liberty to say more about embargo. Received no more money from Sheffey.","Has not gotten a person to go see Windle for purpose of making a purchase. Has not gotten survey made of Capteena land.","Sending John McLure to collect $7,000 left by William Lewis. has written clerk of Monroe County to stay execution until November.","Robert Woods (uncle) wishes to purchase 200 acres of land from him. Price is $1,600. Has written father to give Archibald Woods a power of attorney. Owes Robert Woods. In addition owes $3,000-4,000 in Kentucky.","Asks to be recommended to be appointed a major in army to be raised in Ohio.","Sheffey does not find it convenient to give a settlement at this time.","Asks that bearer be paid thirty-nine dollars.","Has seven thousand dollars as part of the execution against William Lewis in Woods v. Lewis.","Needs to enter quarters of land?. Includes document of Archibald Woods. Asking that volunteers for the army be encouraged. Tells what pay and rations soldiers will receive.","Has seen Battial Harrison who has the Virginia military land warrants. Will make some proposition. James Paull has gone to Richmond. Would rather deal with Paull.","Introduces Henry Greene who wishes to obtain advice respecting the validity of a claim of land.","Needs brick to mend a hearth. Asks for late newspapers.","Resigning his office in the Wheeling Light Infantry. Woods has written two names on the letter as possible replacements for Pannill.","Reports on the measurement of lumber. Does not like quality of the boards.","Wishes to know if Woods intends to let him have Mr. Ramsey's place.","Put advertisement in paper for sale of town lots and sent notices.","At the first muster of the Wheeling Light Infantry, ensign of the company made known his intention to decline serving in the company in the capacity of an officer longer than five years from the date of his commissions. Company elected a replacement, John Richardson and recommended him to be appointed. Includes Archibald Woods, listing possible officers.","Had sent commission to Jno Richardson to be ensign in Wheeling Light Infantry. Since Richardson has been accused in affidavit by ? Zane of saying he would not interfere if slaves in eastern part of state rose up and murdered their masters, he should return his commission.","Scope and Contents Recommends Mr. Ross to repair public arms. Woods has written on the letter: William Ross at Frederick Town on Monongala River, Washington County, Pennsylvania","Enclosed will gives the course of the war. Woods' son, Thomas, stayed with him. Thinks it's high time for Congress to adjourn.","Still wants $1600 for the land he is offering to Robert Woods. News about Andrew Woods, Robert Woods, and John M. Walker.","Wants to rent horse pasture.","Tells Woods to have the public arms repaired.","Answer to a letter from Sheffey concerning Woods' manner of collecting money due him in Woods v. Lewis. Includes earlier draft of above. .","Encloses copy of Daniel Sheffey's statement which Woods thinks is incorrect. Tries to understand the statement. Thinks majority of people are opposed to war. Cannot raise troops, as commander of 4th Regiment, Virginia militia. Has on company volunteers, one company drafted. Wife had large son, William. Nearly cost her her life.","Whiskey Woods has sold him is indifferent. Discusses salt works. Cannot hire or sell slave because he has a sore leg.","Cannot accept price Caldwell proposes for land. Gives his offer.","Orders Woods to order his regiment to Wheeling for training.","Unable to raise money owed to Woods.","Thanks Woods for paying taxes for him. Sends money by son, John Croghan. Mentions George Croghan. Will consider exchanging land with Woods after he gets necessary information.","Scope and Contents Asks questions concerning impressment of camp kettles, axes, and wagons. \"The troops from this Regiment are to meet at this place on Tuesday next and will proceed in boats to the place of Destination, on Wednesday if possible, say Thursday at farthest. I shall be happy to meet and accompany the troop from your Regiment.\" Late orders authorize the Col. commanding to provide for the transportation of the baggage. \"My opinion is that wagons should be procured in each regiment, they can be sent by water to point pleasant, the horses by land, the camp kettles so far as we may stand in need will be taken from Mr. Dutty... Keel Boats going to Kenhawn for salt can be procured if you can engage but I have as yet engaged by one, three will be necessary.\"","Understands Woods' men are to meet this day at Wheeling. Sends Capt. Russel to receive from information as to boats for the transportation of the troops and also as to provisions. \"Say five days Rations of bread and salt pork of Bacon, ready cooked, my wish being to go on Day and Night if possible until we arrive at Point Pleasant.\"","To raise supplies for families of soldiers. Includes minutes of a meeting of citizens of Richmond, Manchester and their vicinities held at the Capitol. Resolved that name of association be \"The Society for promoting the success of the War against Great Britain.\" Lists duties of the association, including the appointing of a standing committee in each town and County.... 2 pages.","Scope and Contents To Capt. Lewis Bonnet to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure, William Irwin, and John Feay, that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00. Includes, Archibald Woods, certifying above. Includes warrant from Archibald Woods, to Benjamin Jefferies, to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00.","Notifying Woods that a note endorsed by him for Morgan Jones is due and unpaid.","Has received, in the absence of the Governor, Woods' letter, asking to have made at Wheeling, arms for a troop.","Will attend court martial and pay his fine if it's proved he should have gone when called.","Will leave home in a week for Washington. Should be glad to hear result of your election for electors. Expects peace ticket to have a large majority in his County.","Tries to make arrangement with Woods concerning stoneware and earthenware. Unable to get salt he needed for his manufacture.","Proposes to start a newspaper with the press to be in Wheeling.","Madison ticket had a majority of 92. Stephen Van Rensselaer has met with a defeat. Has been informed that Return Jonathan Meigs has been insulted by the common soldiers and almost afraid of times at times to leave his quarters lest he might meet with insults.\" \"I am anxious to hear if peace is expected or if we must go on in this destructive war. If it is to continue God help the nation for in many places, the people are ready almost to cut other throats.\" Cites examples. Will write Daniel Sheffey for account with William Lewis.","Will sell land for $12,000.","Thinks militia are expensive and ruinous. Thinks they can provide little real service \"as well might you put unbroken Horses to a Wagon--they possess the strength \u0026 spirit--but they will not pull together.\" sees no prospect of speedy termination of the war. \"the Administration which makes War does rarely make peace.\" Discusses War Hawks. Anxious to hear about Virginians in Western Army. Will present statement to Daniel Sheffey.","Concerns Cloyd military lands in Ohio County.","Gives directions for morning and evening parades.","Gives family news and news of household activities.","Woods should rent to ? Hollister. Terms are too high for Okey.","Has spoken to General S. Smith about lands in Wheeling. Land is owned by James A. Buchanan of Baltimore. \"No doubt the Papers give you an account how our Generals in the North have managed their campaigns . Was ever a Nation cursed with such officers.\" Secretary of Navy has resigned. Gives makeup of regiments and number. Thinks too many. \"We attempt more than we can do well.\"","Concerns politics in Ohio.","Sends statement concerning execution in Woods v. Lewis. Asks Hamilton to try to see execution and aid him in obtaining his money.","Transmitting advice of council that any artillery companies who are furnished with gun carriages may build sheds to protect them.","Scope and Contents For Woods to rent land (including orchard) to Cunningham.","Has received Woods' letter. Lands on Wheeling Creek belong to heirs of his father. If Woods will make proposition, Buchanan will submit it to the heirs.","Mentions Buchanan attitude toward selling land. Has received no news from James Winchester concerning River Raisin defeat. Disagrees with conduct of the war....\"but you and I have it not in our power to regulate these things; but with the people we should speak a language which should be heard even? in the recesses of the palace.\"","For Woods to rent land to the Varneys. Woods is to supply livestock and utensils.","Asks Woods to suspend collection of fine against him because his son failed to attend regimental court.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","\"You may expect something like an Embargo before we rise.\" Expects tax bills to go up. Has put letter before Secretary of War.","To be partners in purchasing flour for export to New Orleans or elsewhere.","Apparently, two commissions have been served to same person. Woods describes the two men.","Thanks Woods for saying he will tend to paying the taxes on his land. Since Woods title to land in Kentucky is disputed, he does not want to exchange.","For Barnett to build a log house. Gives details on how house is to be built.","Promise to give possession of a house and lot.","Request to let John D. seaman have flour.","Needs lime to finish house.","To sell Barrit land.","Scope and Contents Concerns whiskey.","Has concluded a bargain with William Sharpless for house and lot. Troops have mounted. Col. Perkins has resigned. Paull expects to be colonel.","Concerns opening a road from Woodsfield to Marietta, Ohio.","Scope and Contents Making arrangements to sell property to William Sharpless in event he does not return from war. Intends to go into mercantile business. Have drawn clothing for 27th Regiment and tomorrow start for upper Sandusky and the Lower Sandusky.","Includes affidavit of Josiah M. Smith.","Troops are getting ready to march.","Describes difficulties in provisioning troops.","Woods' letter apparently miscarried. Must prepare for a campaign in September.","Concerns payments for barrels of flour?.","Lists repairs (and cost) to muskets and certifies that Adam Keller did the work.","Settling of accounts.","Trying to locate Betsy and arrange for her to be sent home.","Asks Woods to make a survey.","Orders Woods to order troops for muster.","Concerns selling a house and lot to Sharpless.","Thinks Woods' son, Franklin, can get an appointment in militia. Thinks serving will be good for him.","Concerns sale of house and land to a Mr. Mallory.","Scope and Contents Franklin Woods arrives. Gen. William Henry Harrison appointed him a third lieutenant. Paull gives his philosophy about serving in the army. Gives instructions about selling house and lot to Sharpless.","Sorry to hear of ill health of Mrs. Paull. Surprised to hear that Franklin had enlisted. Discusses war. \"This war of glory or glorious war-which appears to be attended with every calamity defeat and disaster that ever in any shape befell any country ancient or modern-how is it? Are nations punished in proportion to their demerits?...I never once for a moment supposed that the contemptible province of Upper Canada peopled by semibarbarians could have held the United States at bay for more than a year-and even make inroads upon us--\"","Sends forty-one guns and thirty six cartridge boxes.","Charges that Roberts tried to avoid danger withdrew himself from Tyamochta and allowed the baggage of his company to be lost; let tobacco, coffee and chocolate be traded for sale and let other baggage be left and lost; said men did not have to serve past 22nd of March; and used threatening language to a captain. Signed by David Pugh.","Scope and Contents Wants Linsley to try to settle an agreement made with ? Ross.","Mentions Oliver Hazard Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie.","Asks Woods aid in helping a Mr. Dear enter land.","Signed by B. D. adjutant.","Concerns cutting trees and Woods' accusations that Holister has wasted nails and boards.","Malory has had trouble entering lands at Woodsfield. Barber wants to encourage settlers.","Discusses battle at Moravian Town Battle of the Thames. Includes general orders congratulating the troops after the battle of Moravian Town, Michigan.","Petitions are doing very well perhaps concerning a division of Belmont County, Ohio. Barretts have not yet marked out the road. George Swaney has not marked road. Wife wants to move back to river. Would like to rent from Woods.","Requests that Mrs. Woods acknowledge release of dower to his deed.","Sympathizes with Woods' rheumatism. Has resigned his pastoral charge and preaches only occasionally. Gives family and neighbor hard news. Only chance for peace is defeat of Bonaparte. Gives a calculation of no peace before 1866. Recommends George Stanley Faber's book on prophecies. Conrad Speece is preacher.","Gives excuses for why he has not paid money or salt to Woods.","Includes affidavit, (witnessed by George Knox, Alexander Chaplinand Benjamin W. Mahan) of Joseph Spencer that he will not challenge the title of Woods to the land.","Arrived in Detroit \"the second of October after a long and tedious march of about 30 days from camp Seneca. The 27th Regiment has taken quarters in this place for this Winter which was very lucky for the officers having lost all their clothing.\" Has been sick with bilious fever. Learning duties of a Lieutenant.","Parks is to pay fifty flour barrels annually.","Is concerned about Betsy's ill health. Her family is well. She has eight children.","Needs flour.","Says it is second time he has written Woods to come for money. Asks to have deed drawn in Huey Gilliland's name.","Sends to Woods for money.","Letter from Gen. Lewis Cass indicates troops are sickly--upwards for 2,000 are down. Has sent Woods an old deed of trust.","Concerns possible repeal of a law creating a new County?. ? Hammond has written William Sharpless advising him to take Paull's property.","Requests for flour.","Concerns money ? McCluney hopes to recover in a law suit.","Concerns creation of and location of courthouse in Monroe County, Ohio. Did not pass lower house.","Expects an attack before spring by British and Indians. Illness among troops","Making excuses for John Wheeler who has been unable to attend musters.","Wants to buy white oaks from Woods.","Has received $200 from Daniel Sheffey. Requests family news. \"the Democrats here are very sanguine in expectation of peace. I think the probability is that if Clay's oratorial powers can avert it he will.\"","Concerns creation of new County i.e. Monroe. Road has not been marked.","Signed by James Harbour, Governor. Registered by J. W. Pleasants. Bears seal of Virginia.","Concerns selection of Wheeling.","Change in law for time of training.","Asks Woods if he has purchased the place which Joseph Ramsey purchased.","Obligated to attend at West Liberty on business of Wheeling Bank. Capt. Howlett is gone to Washington. Lt. Brady will attend for him. Howlett's opinion is that companies of Capt. Jeffries, Gratehouse, Frazier, and Howlett compose the upper Battalion.","Requesting terms a tract of land may be purchased on.","Doubts if appointment of M. J. White as president of a bank to be organized by the Ohio Company? would be good.","Has gotten commissioners to lay out road from Marietta to Monroe County line. Needs information from Woods on where a road from Woodfield ought to intersect.","Requests Woods' presence at a stockholders meeting.","Received Woods' letter advising of Chapline succeeding against Cresap. Sending money by his son, John, to reimburse Woods for payment of land taxes. Knows nothing of ? Doddridge, or of mortgage he has against Mr. Hall. Has asked about land and house belonging to Mr. Smith.","Concerns runaway slave.","For 120 acres on the Ohio River.","Has settled with William Sharpless. Woods can receive 50 shares of bank stock.","Sends survey.","Needs six bushels of corn.","George Croghan is commander. His mode of commanding is preferable to former commander, Col. Butler. Franklin Woods would like to resign. Is in debt. Did not receive money sent out by George Paull. Describes fort.","For Woods to lease land to Atkison.","Scope and Contents Discusses dry goods. \"I would, not recommend your going into business until peace is made.\"","Betsy (Woods) Paull continues to mend. On trip to visit his father. Major Gwynn says 26, 27, \u0026 28th Regiments will be consolidated. Expects to lose his rank. \"Betsy wishes you to write her as soon as her mother is confined.\"","Applies for arrest of Archibald Hamilton on charges he received twenty dollars from James Burrus who was applying for exemption from service. Includes affidavit, undated, of Samuel McClure.","To vote for directions in the Ohio Company.","Includes copy of charges against Hamilton.","Few soldiers left in Regiment. Mentions consolidations and possibility of Paull and himself being extra officers and struck off. 27th Regiment has been disgraced. Cannot get clothes. \"if any officer appears on parade without blue pantaloons and boots he is immediately arrested.\"","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Mr. Chapline can inform about the discoveries about property lines. Will expect sheep and probably will take some half breed merino.","Mrs. Woods had twins, one of whom died within 5 days. Expects Indian treaty. \" I do not know but it will be my turn to go to Norfolk in the next call or requision of militia.\"","Concerning sale of Sharpless house.","Discussing uniforms.","Trying to sell Woods a horse.","Concerns William Baker who denies endorsing Jones' note; and salt.","Trying to settle debt.","Will send Woods his horse if cannot find a better one at fair price.","Sending Woods his horse. Will send epaulets.","Orders Woods to a muster.","Sold sorrell horse. Has got no marching orders yet. Petitions being circulated concerning location of County seat of Monroe County, Ohio.","Scope and Contents For Fawcett acting as attorney for Samuel Cope to sell a house and lot in Wheeling, West Virginia to Woods.","For a house and lot in Wheeling.","Sends what he thinks register's fees are.","Sends a petition concerning militia fines. Expects lawsuit.","Gives hours. Fines will be strictly enforced. All funds on hand will go to purchase books. Arrears on shares must be paid.","Does not have any desire to sell land he owns in Ohio County.","for Woods to lease land to Steenrod.","Concerns a lawsuit Philip Doddridge is handling for Woods.","Orders 10th, 17th, 18th, and 10th Brigades to Norfolk.","Makes a deposit on quarter sections. Has been at Woodfield clearing streets. Hopes to see Barber when commissioners meet to fix seat of justice for Monroe. Has been engaged marking a road to the Ohio from the new town.","For property given to Woods by Biddle to satisfy rent that is in arrears.","Concerns quarter section of land Smith wants to enter. The bearers, Mr. Smith and Baker want to rent. Show them the land where Duvall lives.","Wants to enter quarter sections.","Has been recommended as coroner of his County. Would like appointment to Woods staff. Wants appointment and hope Woods' staff are not required to march.","Jesse Hunt's brother owns land Woods is interested in. Jesse Hunt offers ten dollars per acre for land Woods owns near his brother's land. Discusses flour milling and whiskey distilling.","Asking to be appointed surgeon to 4th Reg't, Virginia Militia. Includes 1815 February 4 of John Connell. H. Marshall and William McHenry to Woods, recommending Stevenson.","For Woods to lease land to Cunningham.","Scope and Contents Is satisfied that he received thirteen bushels of corn.","Adam Kellar wishes to ride home to Richmond instead of marching with rest of troops.","Trying to rent land for Woods.","Introduces Archibald Woods to Marshall.","John Spence has been arrested for desertion. Asks for a court martial.","For Woods to lease land to Goodridge and Morley.","Neither state nor federal government has funds to pay troops. Arrangements will be made to pay them at a later date.","Asks Woods to remit John Spence's sentence for desertion and release him.","For Woods to lease land to Barrett and for Barrett to repair a cabin and clear land.","Woods explains the unusual nature of his muster return due to the circumstances of their march.","Scope and Contents Bonnett resigns his commission as major of the 1st Battalion of the 4th Reg't of Virginia Militia.","Got three quarter sections of land.","Woffert does not want to sell his land.","Has bought land from Jacob Ash that he had no right to sell.","Has no recollection of articles of agreement between George Poage and Woods.","Will stick to his terms for selling land. Asks Woods to sell his lame horse.","For 56 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes.","Send note against James Woods (with deed to him) to Joseph Woods. Includes James Woods to Robert Woods?, undated. 1 page.","Although Woods thinks settlement of Poages' claim against him made by Chapline and Thomas Woods is totally against him, he will agree to it.","Has found a slave who ran away from Archibald Woods. Has promised slave if he would return, he would not be whipped.","Requests commission as lieutenant for Jon Curtis if Woods has it.","States when he wants to hold a battalion court of inquiry and a regimental court of inquiry.","Does not wish to buy Croghan's land at the price Croghan named. Will sell his horse for him.","Tells Woods, McCluny of Charlestown is in Wheeling if he wishes to see him.","A man wishes to buy land. Asks Woods for amount. Mr. Scott wants to know if Mr. Morrison can have a set of stable logs.","Did not know of muster until day of muster. His knee was out of place and he had no horse to ride.","Wants to make some disposition of a military land claim placed in his hands by Woods fourteen years previously.","For Woods to lease land and ferries to Malory and Long. Malory and Long can also tap sugar maples.","Woods' land has been sold for taxes but can redeemed within two years of sale by paying taxes plus interest. Woods should send money for taxes for 1814 and 1815.","Clay has drawn up petition to President to establish road to Wheeling. Meigs says tract for sale in Indiana Territory will be open for sale in April or May.","Will not be able to go to Indiana Territory ?. Fears prices will be too high. A tract of his land (4066 acres in Wood County) was sold for taxes. Asks Woods to redeem.","Orders a day of training of officers and a day of regimental muster.","Miller's brother does not yet know the result of his application to cob. Walker relating to lands on Green River. Discusses bank paper. Hears there is petition before Maryland legislature to establish a state bank. Has Philadelphia worried. Mentions possibility of a turnpike to Wheeling.","Does not expect deposit being replaced by any act of Congress. Cumberland Road must await annual appropriation.","Does not have extra capital. to invest in Woodfield, Ohio.","Will return a runaway slave for Woods for a fee.","Decision on U.S. Road to Wheeling has been referred to Sec. of Treasury; however, Dallas is a Pennsylvanian.","Unable to check on Woods' land, but thinks it has been sold for taxes. Woods' mother is in her usual state of health, but her memory fails her. Gives news of his family.","Defends the assessment of Woods' land which Woods thinks is too high.","Chief of Wyandot Indians is dead and his tribes are desirous of selling their lands. No report on U.S. Road. House of Representatives are now discussing direct tax. Mentions birth of a son to Mrs. Paull (Woods' daughter.)","Offers to trade money and horses for land.","Forwarded Woods' letter and memorial from citizens of Wheeling to Clay. James Ross and Charleston people are exciting opposition. ? Connel has obtained depositions on a road from Charleston to Zanesville and made a statement relative to Town of Charleston. Asks Woods for depositions concerning Wheeling. Lands in Indiana not ready for sale yet.","President has made a communication to both houses concerning Cumberland Road. It contains a statement of expenditure already made and those necessary to complete it. Commissioner of land office has promised a complete map of Indiana Territory. Will send to Woods.","Describes Indiana Territory, its land, its inhabitants and prospects for the sale of the public lands.","Secretary of Treasury reported in favor of Wheeling for U.S. Road.","Scope and Contents Secretary of Treasury has decided in favor of Wheeling for the Cumberland Road route. Senate has passed bill for levying direct tax of three million dollars. House of Representatives is considering bank bill.","Secretary of Treasury reported to President on Cumberland Road, in favor of Wheeling. Mentions land tax of three million dollars. National Bank bill is under consideration in the House of Representatives. House passed bill authorizing members to frank during recess. Doesn't think it will pass Senate.","For Cockayne to sell Woods two hundred acres of land in Warren County, Ohio. Woods has right to give land back.","Has been informed that President confirmed report of Secretary of Treasury concerning the Cumberland Road. Exertions now will be to procure a large appropriation. Commissioners of land office cannot fix any time when land in Indiana Territory will be sold.","Has received five dollars from Woods. Sends pantaloons back to him. Asks about his militia discharge. J. G. Jackson has declared as a candidate. Willson is coroner.","Report on Cumberland Road has been referred to Committee in House of Representatives. Republican caucus voted Monroe and Tompkins as candidates. \"on the subject of the road Monroe was decidedly your friend, his influence was important. I hope it will not be forgotten. However this subject must remain with yourself.\" Owing to sickness of draftsman in the land office has not been able to procure a map of the Indiana Territory.","Two hundred acres of land bought from Samuel Cockainis worth about four dollars an acre. Discusses Capteena land owned by Jeremiah Hurst. Glad Cumberland Road is settled. Gives price of flour.","The committee to whom the Cumberland Road was referred have reported in favor of the appropriation. House of Representatives laid 30 per cent ad valorem duty on imported cottons. National Bank bill is now is Senate.","Cumberland Road being confirmed, he is waiting the result of the Appropriation. Connell and Doddridge still have plan for a military road. Shepherd hopes to be appointed a Superintendent, but if not wants contract for a section of it. \"Mr. Clay has done all he promised but Ruggles never gave out for which I do regard him as one of our particular friends. \"","Would like to rent place where James Barrett lives.","Public lands have not been surveyed because Indians ordered the surveyors off. William Henry Harrison owns land near Vincennes and has laid it out in town lots.","Wants to borrow $1500 to use to buy bank stock.","Wants to buy or borrow anvil.","Resolutions introduced to appoint committee to look into military road through Charleston. Bills passed House to admit Indiana and Mississippi as states. Nothing done on appropriation for building Cumberland Road.","Draughtsman in office is unable to attend to business. Sends sketch of Indiana Territory taken from Bradley's maps by a pupil of the draughtsman.","House has passed appropriation of $300,000 for Cumberland Road.","Necessary for Woods and Barber to pay up all the installments on the land Woodfield stands on so lot owners can have deeds. Wants Barber to go to Indiana with him. Wants to speculate with Barber's interest in Woodfield.","Resigns his commission as captain in the Wheeling Light Infantry.","Asks to borrow $160.","McClandhan's father needs taxes paid on land.","Concerns appointment for superintendent of Cumberland Road. Connell has withdrawn. Moses Shepherd and Rolfe are applicants.","Concerning legal difficulties in collecting militia fines.","Will pay money to redeem land for taxes to County clerk of Wood County. Wilson's daughter died on April 15.","Resigns commission.","Has not heard from servants. Sends amount due on a fractional section. Has heard nothing from Indiana lands.","Cannot attend training or regimental muster because of illness. Sends company return.","Sale of lots to David Person and ? Jackson.","Asks terms for a lot.","Scope and Contents Will take depositions in lawsuit of Wilson (as administrator of Richard Nichols v. John Caldwell, Robert Woods, Archibald Woods et al. in District Chancery Court at Clarksburg, West Virginia","Sends for corn meal.","Sends for land patents.","Unable to attend taking of depositions in Wilson v. Caldwell, Woods et al.","Shall be ready to raise house for Franklin Woods. Needs flour and money.","Scope and Contents Request for payment of son's board. Includes account of ? Woods with Biddle.","Does not want to buy lots at Doddridge's price.","Cumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.","Politics.","For 178 acres in Ohio County.","McClandhan's father is concerned he will lose his land due to taxes. Asks Woods to pay them.","Wanted to build house on his lot but County has laid foundation of temporary courthouse in front of his lot at Woodsfield. Includes, Archibald Woods stating that he agreed to pay six dollars to commission to alter foundation of jail.","Sends plat of public lands in Indiana. Gives his route to Indiana.","Watch with small glass is disposed of. Has two hunting watches left. Suggests Woods come to see them. Includes memorandum of an agreement between George Paull and Archibald Woods for the purchase of land in Indiana.","Has looked at transcript of answers in lawsuit of S. R. Wilson vs. Woods et al. Thinks deeds are in office as part of W. Chapline, Jr.'s answer. Nothing more is necessary. Attendance at next term not necessary except for presence of patents.","Formal subpoena to attend at Chillicothe. Prisoner will not give his consent to his not going.","James Smith has been to Marietta to enter fraction marked A. Woods. He left deposit of sixteen dollars. Asks Woods to be his special bail in suit of James Reff?","General William Henry Harrison recommends white river country very highly. Paull is concerned about what bank notes will be accepted as payment for land. Some of his are counterfeit.","Gives circumstances of James Smith entering Woods' land.","Asks Woods to give his recollection of a settlement of an estate.","Asks for two subpoenas to be sent in lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods et al. \"We hung a negro here last Friday for rape on his mistress. The Methodists say he went strait to heaven.\" Shall have a new Judge on this circuit.","Concerns land in Indiana.","Asks if Woods' family will accompany his family to Augusta County, Virginia on a visit.","Fourth day of land sales. Has not bought an acre. Describes lands and prices. Jesse Hunt will not sell until he writes his brother.","Has bought 2 1/4 sections. Describes land and sales.","Asks Sockman to assist Doctor James Rolfe to count the public arms. Includes Sockman stating he has complied with the request.","Franklin Woods fell from horse and dislocated shoulder. Wilson's mother and other family have started for Staunton.","Concerns meeting with Woods to discuss location of Cumberland Road.","Can not come to Wheeling because hogs get in his corn everyday. Has business at Court. Asks Woods to tend to a note at the bank.","Describes assault and battery by James Smith over hogs getting into corn.","Virginia Thanks Woods for paying taxes on land. A. Hamilton does not think he owes Woods any money probably in setting Woods v. Lewis.","Has served in militia for 37 years.","To build a house. Gives specifications.","For Wallings to clear twenty acres of land within two years for which Woods will give him fifty acres in Monroe County, Ohio.","For Sweeney to clear eight acres of land.","Asks Woods to bring him teaspoons.","Concerns bank bills in Virginia General Assembly.","Informs Woods of the death of his brother, James Woods.","Discussed embassy with Secretary of State ?. The committee have reported a bill favorable to the Caldwell resolutions and made Columbus Ohio? a point. Compensation bill is repealed. Banks will commence specie payment.","For Woods to lease eleven acres to Bowers.","Concerning Jackson's Treaty with the Creek Indians and the opening up of land in Georgia and Alabama as a result. Describes land. Gives news of death of his father James Woods.","Election of James Moore. Sale of public lands.","Samuel Sweeny ? has left place. James Smith has Mallory indicted for keeping a disorderly house.","Dispute between John Connell, and John Dix over their co-partnership in Brooke Furnace will be arbitrated. Woods is to serve on panel.","Gives status of Wheeling bank notes.","Have plank and are ready to start on a house for Woods.","Death of James Woods. Account of murder of one negro slave by another. Discusses prices. Asks Woods help in settling debts in Ohio. Neighborhood news.","Asks Barber to send land certificate.","Wants to meet Woods at St. Clairsville and pay him principle. Then Woods can see William Downey for interest.","For McKinney to build a bridge on the Cumberland Road.","In conference with ? Thompson, they have decided to delay purchase of goods till season for laying in fall cargo. Regret Franklin Woods cannot be put on a certainty as to company's employ.","Concerning their letter to him about the business of their company and their not hiring his son, Franklin.","Opened Woods' letter to William Croghan, Jr. Gives Woods opinions on land in Indiana. Thanks Woods for previous friendly acts.","For Cleaburn Simms to serve as deputy sheriff to finish up his business as the former sheriff.","Asks compensation for a great cost given to Woods by George Paull.","Sends four hundred dollars to pay Robert Woods.","For Dugan and Linton to build a bridge as part of the Cumberland Road. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Thomas McGeer) of Matthew Stewart of Pittsburgh to fulfill above contract, 1817 September 19. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Ben Galloway) of Thomas McGeer and Henry Jordan to fulfill above contract.","Concerns land purchase?","Boards for Woods' house in Woodsfield are ready.","Dispute over stone the Irishmen quarried.","Unable to do Woods' work.","Would like to keep a hand he has hired to drive his oxen a few more days.","Concerns digging a well.","Will build wall. Asks for advance of fifty dollars.","Speaks of a third party J. Mallory who has done all in his power against him and against whom he has a judgment.","Does not think James Smith has proof of slander.","Of his handling of an execution.","Needs planks. Hopes to settle dispute between himself and James Smith.","Sonny Smith has been ill so long. Man from Kentucky needs his horse.","A. Werninger has Negro boy for sale. He ran away and is confined to jail. \"The family are well and doing well considering the great loss we have sustained.\" Asks it he will be safe in receiving the notes of the Ohio Company for taxes.","Writes by Mr. Woods. Enjoys good health and expects to settle there.","Problems with building a bridge for Cumberland Road.","Concerns problems with his hauling stone for the Cumberland Road.","Woods is upset over Thompson's suggestion that someone else should take charge of bridge building in the area for the Cumberland Road.","Directions for building a house.","Concerns elections.","Concerns building bridge at Lee's Run for the Cumberland Road and paying the laborers.","Will accept Woods' offer to buy his land.","Asks Woods to draft a form of an assignment of the contract for Paull to endorse.","Legislature has done nothing of importance. Legislature is discussing defects in the Constitution. Mentions various bank bills. \"The Legislature seems very much in the Spirit of making banks and new counties.\" Col. Poage mentioned in his letter that Woods' mother has been stricken with the palsy.","Scope and Contents Mallory is upset that Woods has rented the store at the mouth of the Capteena with one acre of ground to Henry Swippe. Does not want Swippe to have the ground. Thinks James] Smith and Swippe are trying to run him off.","For Woods to lease a grist mill and house to Waddell.","Discontent of people renting land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Mallory is going to give up possession of Woods place. Blames troubles on James Smith and Henry Swippy. Asks Woods not to rent the place to them.","Scope and Contents Needs Woods to appear at suit of Fract? against him. Blames James?] Smith for the lawsuit being brought. Discusses his dispute with Smith involving a letter.","Sends vacine crust.","Scope and Contents Will move to the place Mr. Parks lives on and intends to comply with bargain Vance and Woods agreed on.","Traces chain of title for a lot and house in Wheeling.","Tells Woods how to proceed in collecting pay for his son from Paymaster General.","Promises to make a final settlement of their business.","Has written previously accepting Woods' offer for his land. \"The family of my father has been greatly distressed occasioned by the death of my uncle Genl. G. R. Clark.\" Growth of Louisville is astonishing.","For a house, shop, garden and field.","Is leaving plantation and wants to settle up with Woods.","Merchants in Maysville are dissatisfied with those in Pittsburgh, Would like for men to set up commission business in Wheeling.","Ohio members have called upon William Henry Crawford on subject of his orders to receivers of public monies. Has received money for Woods' son, Franklin. Bill has passed Senate to allow purchasers one more year to pay for lands.","Concerns business dealings with ? Nichols.","Doubts sale of a lot in Wheeling due to foreclosure is legal. As Martin's executor, he must try to recover the property.","Dispute over number of rails counted toward rent.","Concerns the arbitration of a dispute over whiskey.","Men in Wheeling are planning a commission merchant house to supply merchants in Kentucky so they no longer have to deal with Pittsburgh.","Took warrant of attorney to enter judgment against Charles Wells.","No Kentucky paper in the Bank. Negotiation with Bank at Cincinnati has taken all our paper south of Chillicothe.","Received Woods' letter and a letter and power of attorney from Robert Poage?. Will investigate possibility of brother defrauding a brother and the helpless children of the brother.","Encloses assignment of Stepp certificate. Certificates assigned by Paull to Woods must have County seal. Flood has killed Jno. Hardesty family and ruined crops.","Unable to pay Woods.","Scope and Contents In notion of going to Kentucky but now thinks of Woods' area. Seeks information. Includes, in a different hand of a genealogical chart of the Breckinridge family.","Has received Cox' letter containing charges exhibited against Williams and Josias Thompsonas agents of the National Road. Assumes they are the charges stated by James Marshall. Will state what he knows about. Charges concern sinking of ground on hill above and adjoining Wheeling, distance of road at Shepherd's Mill, too many bridges on little Wheeling Creek, contracts to bidders who could not carry them out and for purchasing land and changing road to pass land he purchased.","Woods has made statement towards exculpating Thompson and Williams from charges concerning their handling of building of National Road. \"I think Col. Williams conduct in relation to this business cannot well be impeached as he has acted uprightly and in most instances as the charges relate to you they are groundless also. Although such are the facts, yet good grounds for charges against your official conduct do exist.\" Criticizes Thompson for changing road, and allowing contractor to use logs and brush, for want of firmness and decision, and did not look at a place where he could have saved a spring. Thompson had mentioned in Wheeling that some mystery existed respecting the drafts drawn by Shepherd and Paull causing a suspicion that Woods was concerned in that transaction.","Rebuttal against Woods' letter. If Woods knew Steenrod was using logs and brush, he should have reported it. Thinks Woods is angry because Thompson removed him from managing a sector of the road. Thinks Woods is trying to have him removed as superintendent. \"You may shew your teeth but cannot bite.\"","States Thompson did not remove him. He discontinued himself. Knows Thompson saw logs and brush placed in road bed. \"This would not be a dispute between Charleston and Wheeling. It will be simply whether the government will permit their superintendent to be a contractor also at the same time.\" Has three articles proving it and will disclose it.","Description of him and his clothing.","Will come tomorrow bringing money for land. Authorizes Woods to make arrangement with Feay.","Woods must move his fence which is interfering with National Road. In absence of superintendent have consulted Steenrod. \"Owing to the ill health of Steenrod's family we think by the track you pursue you are treating him with that injustice that a neighbour ought to shudder at.\"","Woods' land will not be sold for taxes.","Asks land values for purchase by others and himself.","Concerns a disputed account for hauling.","Concerns a debt owed by Spencer.","Trying to negotiate a settlement with Spencer concerning money.","Concerns terms of land deals. Gives opinion of how difficult Jeremiah Hunt will be to deal with. Lists prices of wheat, rye, corn, whiskey and flour.","Wants pay for himself and the 10th Brigade of Virginia militia.","Three New England families have arrived. John Coll was elected Colonel of militia. Wants Woods help in establishing a land office at Woodsfield. \"The mail from Marietta arrived for the first time at Woodsfield on Wednesday past.\"","Subject of where to locate National Road through Ohio is before committee. Anonymous writers are addressing Secretary of Treasury on the subject of road, imputing misconduct to Elie Williams, Josias Thompson and others.","Thanks Woods for paying an installment for him.","Discusses Ohio legislature and describes inauguration of Governor ?. Debating right of privilege on memorial of Joseph Kerr who was arrested while serving in General Assembly. \"Mr. Hoge and family are well. He has not been invited to give us prayers nor do I expect that he will.\"","Appoints Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnal, directors of the Northwestern Bank. Includes minutes of Governor of council making the appointments.","Announces Archibald Woods', William Chapline and Peter Yarnal's appointment to Board of Northwestern Bank. Details opposition to their appointments.","Has received Woods letter and with directions therein and papers from Jonathan Jacksonand will shape declarations in ejectment. Denies he is friend of U. S. Bank.","John Stipp has left down payment on land. State Senate passes resolution for convention. John Rowan and Jacob Burnett are there wishing to get a canal connecting Lake Erie to Ohio. Gives the legislative news. \"Mrs. Hoge has got a son and is well and the rest of the family.\"","Treaty with Indians in Ohio is signed and land will be surveyed and offered for sale. Treaty with Indians for purchase of land in Indiana is undecided. Secretary of Treasury is making exertions to have road completed from Uniontown to Washington.","Is sending copy of will of sister A. Poage and includes a copy of an affidavit for Woods to execute.","Sends estimate to erect a building for Woods.","Tells volume of mail he is handling as postmaster of Woodsfield. Sends Bishop's estimate.","Has checked into payment of revenue? for Ohio County. Last three years have been paid. Have not received any papers from directors of Northwestern Bank. Bill to raise legislators salary passed House of Delegates. Has bill before House to benefit Zacharia] Biggs. Bill to make paper of valley Bank receivable in treasury is applied for. Intend to have paper of Northwestern Bank included. Program slowly on revision of laws.","Wants to rent property from Woods.","Deerskins are not finished. Mr. Henry Jackson wants to rent a house from Woods. \"Squad of Yankeys have arrived at Woodsfield.\"","Lists terms he will sell his land on.","Encloses Jeremiah Hunts' terms. Send prices of wheat, rye, corn and flour. Sent flour to New Orleans.","Is working for establishment of a land office at Woodsfield.","Discusses a bank bill and other legislation pending before the Ohio legislature.","Sends itemized estimate for erecting a building.","Excuse for not having sent Woods money.","Wants to borrow 1000 to 1500 dollars from bank in Wheeling.","Ezekiel Davis wishes to buy two lots in Woodsfield.","Received final certificates.","Concerning land disputed between William Croghan and the heirs of Moses Chapline.","Asking Woods if he can occupy a situation for an office on Woods' lot.","Asking about militia pay in War of 1812.","Concerns a lease from Woods to Henry Jackson which was signed over to John Coll. Coll has gone over mountains. Owes money. Many think he will not return. Two merchants, a wheelwright and one hatter have come to Woodsfield.","Scope and Contents Reports on suit against James ? Dunlop.","Authorizes Woods to borrow 1500 dollars from Northwestern Bank of Virginia at Wheeling. He will use land as collateral.","Will drive Woods' carriage to the springs. Needs some notice.","Concerns Woods' case against Dunlop.","Sets up a meeting.","Is enclosing J. C. Wright's bond for Woods' shares of stock in the Steubenville Bank. Paull sold Wright his shares of stock on the same terms. Cannot procure anyone to drive carriage.","Sends medicine to Mrs. Woods' daughter whom doctor has diagnosed as having consumption.","Has received letter from directors. Is unable to pay money. Wants to know if one hundred barrels of Great Kanamha salt could be sold.","Thinks David Parson will pay money owed to Woods but money is scarce.","Offers his land again for sale. If Woods doesn't wish to buy, ask Capt. George Taylor. Has purchased a sugar plantation in Louisiana.","Has talked to Capt. George Taylor about Croghan's land. Lists his reasons for not purchasing it.","Asks Woods what paper he'll accept to discharge notes.","Wants Woods to come out to settle money owed to him. Asks him to bring compass and chain.","Has built a frame store on his lot. Wants boards for window sashes. Money is scarce.","Wants rent reduced and gives reasons.","Accepts Woods' offer for his land and will make a special warranty deed.","Asks for money for wool carding.","Scope and Contents Gives news of Wilson family. Asks permission to go to Augusta County, Virginia","Is letting Steenrod know what he plans to report to the Superintendent of the National Road concerning the section made by Steenrod.","Offers house and lot to repay notes.","Suit of Nicholas Administrators v. Caldwell, Woods et al. was decided for the defendants.","Col George Paull's slave has been bound to Mr. Lyon of Uniontown, Pa. Reports on Nichol's administrators v. Caldwell, Woods, et al. Decree has been made in Woods v. D. Lewis.","Trying to arrange a land deal.","Wants to move to Wheeling. Offers Woods his farm near Morgantown.","Makes an offer for Berkshire's property.","Accepts Woods offer for his land. His father is dangerously ill.","Alpheus Hillson started for Richmond. She intends going to school to Mrs. Gilison. Wants Mary Woods to come back and go with her.","Trying to collect debt owed to Woods.","Has attended to Woods' request for a distributing post office at Wheeling and McLure will be retained as postmaster.","Announces Board of Trustees meeting of \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies.\" Includes announcement, 1819, of appointment of Archibald Woods and others to serve on Board of Trustees of a \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies\" to be established by Mr. and Mrs. H. Eckstern.","Is enclosing the dates of the grants. Will pay taxes shortly. Thomas M. Randolph is elected governor. Three directors have been appointed for the North Western Bank.","To contract for building a mill race.","Does not think it expedient at this time to make Wheeling a distributing office.","Pay Franklin Woods ten dollars for a set of chairs.","Asks about land warrants.","Is sending a power of attorney.","Asks Caldwell to make public charges against Thomas Woods and himself.","Discusses his business. Has reduced debt in Philadelphia from $85,000 to $20,000. Expects Gen. Jackson will be ordered to take the Floridas. Discusses land in Alabama. Gives news of Woods family.","Has seen postmaster general regarding setting up a post office in Belmont County, Ohio.","Is enclosing transfer of land you sold to John Sipp. Transfer needs witnesses. Sipp cannot pay money owed to Woods. Money is scarce. Includes George Paull to Archibald Woods.","That Moses M. Chapline shall apply for a judgment against Woods because his deputy, Archibald Hamilton failed to return a \"Capias Ad Sales Faciendum.\"","Encloses a grant of land. Treasurer of Virginia John Preston has promised to refund money and resign. German Baker of Cumberland has been appointed. First teller of Richmond branch of U.S. Bank has left with money. Mentions other legislative business.","Wilson is deciding where to practice law. Applied for office of Councilor from Virginia. \"I was too well acquainted with the Tuckahoes to expect that any backwoodsman would be elected to that office...\" Asks his uncle's advice.","Has eight thousand brick ready for Woods.","Woods' son Thomas is commencing a suit against Joseph Caldwell for slander and wants to engage Doddridge.","Wants to see agreement between Woods et al and Stephen R. Wilson administrator \u0026 Joseph Spencer. Asks Woods to send copy.","Trying to settle a note. Will W. Man? wants to have a job to clean land and a place to live.","Does not wish to sell his land.","Unable to find anyone to rent Woods' place.","Offers to sell his land to Woods.","His friends have announced him for the Senate. Gives family news.","Disturbed over the lawsuit between Thomas Woods and J. Caldwell. Gives legal advice concerning a dispute between Woods and the Chapline family over William Croghan's land. Knows Woods will consult with Philip Doodridge. Pindall wishes to decline in favoring Thomas Wilson at next Congressional election.","Declines buying disputed land from Croghan because Chapline's have sold to a ? McCaine. Includes Woods copy.","Asks Woods to forward his memorial to the Postmaster General via Benjamin Ruggles to counter one being sent around for ? Yarnall.","Has presented memorial of Richard McClure to Postmaster General. Bill has passed Congress giving further time to purchasers of public lands to make the last payment. Thinks bill passed by Senate changing the land system will pass House of Representatives. Does not think bill to extend road through Ohio will pass.","Dispute over who is to rent Woods' land.","Has conferred with Pindall. McClure will be kept as postmaster unless a distributing office is set up at Wheeling. Did not address Postmaster-General.","Willson does not think his chances of election to Congress are very good.","Wants to exchange land 3 1/4 miles above Middlebourne with Woods.","To dine with Josias Thompson and his wife, Tridelphia.","Scope and Contents For Kirney to lease a house and garden in Wheeling, West Virginia","Wants to know if Woods will buy iron or castings? from him.","That his Uncle Archibald Woods has nothing to do with the breaking off of a marriage proposal between him and E. Cross.","Reports his version of a conversation between himself and James Spriggs concerning the marriage not taking place between E. Cross and Andrew Woods, Jr. Includes Autograph Note Signed, of Joseph Wilson, n.p. to Archibald Woods, n.p. Statement of Joseph Wilson as a witness to a conversation between Steenrod and Spriggs.","Denies allegations made by Armstrong about Woods' role in preventing marriage between Andrew Woods and E. Cross.","Surprised that Mr. Sprigg should bring him in as author of a report concerning Woods' connection with the breakup of a proposed marriage between Andrew Woods, Jr. and E. Cross.","Woods would like to serve as one of the commissioners to locate the National Road from Wheeling to the Mississippi.","Wants to obtain a statement from ? Washington about Woods' appointment as a commissioner of the National Road.","Has written to President to try to get Woods' appointed a commissioner for the National Road.","Report on the progress of a house Coll is building for Woods.","Scope and Contents Defends himself against accusations by Woods that Coll has wasted boards.","Unable to send deed.","Sends account for education of Miss E. Woods and Miss Wilson.","Unable to pay note due to Woods. Offers alternatives.","Sends deed by ? Drury whom he introduces to Woods. Asks that the $800 for the land be given to Drury.","Asks Woods to pay his bill for the National Intelligencer.","Unable to pay money he owes Woods. Has let ? Bishop go into a house owned by Woods.","James Pindall has resigned his seat in Congress. Wilson discusses those vying to succeed him.","Tries to arrange for two slaves to be sold together.","Analyzes political race to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","Scope and Contents Outlines legal issues over title to Croghan's land. Woods is unable to pay cash. Offers slave and flour. People in Ohio are protecting runaway slaves. The slave he offers in exchange for land he fears will run away to Ohio.","? Zane needs to exert himself more to be elected to Congress.","Unable to raise money.","Wants to borrow money from Woods if Woods will hire out the money he has a judgment for.","Asks Beacher, a lawyer, to collect money for him.","Tells of families and rentals in Woodsfield.","Jackson got a majority of votes in Monongalia County to succeed James Pinball in Congress.","Discusses money owed to Woods by Anthony Weaver.","Will accept slave for land, but not flour.","Discusses election to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","For Woods to act as proxy in election of directors for Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns appointment of directors to Northwest Bank of Virginia.","Concerns the nomination of directors to Northwest bank of Virginia.","Want to continue using Woods' house as a school.","Wants Woods to offer his George Paull land to Daniel Steenrod.","Discusses running a property line.","Discusses survey of land.","Thomas Wilson thinks Woods probably should sue John? Wilson. No opinion of Spencer case yet. Wants to marry Woods' daughter, Mary, who is his first concern. Discusses Congressional prospects.","Explains his delay because of stage accident.","Asks questions about her husband's land.","William Chapline, Jr., ? Yarnal and Woods are appointed directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia. Does not think Zane will be elected to Congress.","Has received a counterfeit bill from Woods.","Lists directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia Three new counties passed House of Delegates. Does not think legislature will act on re-apportionment.","Sends patent from Land Office. Thinks law will pass granting relief to purchasers of public land. Three members of Congress have died.","Attempts to collect money owed to Northwest Bank of Virginia? Includes Joseph Woods, Nashville, Tenn., to uncle Archibald Woods. Has moved to farm and bill outside of Nashville.","Recollections on appointments of Directors of Northwest Bank. Election of two persons to Council.","Wants to buy land from Woods to settle a dispute.","Concerns a report of debits and credits between Moses Shepherd and U.S. in regard to building the National Road.","First story of Woods' home is finished. Wants to put a shop on Woods' lot.","Hopes to have cases tried for lands on Middle Island. Needs surveys made.","Thomas Wilson will run for Congress against the Harrison County Candidate, E. B. Jackson.","Pleased Woods has given him permission to gain Woods' daughter, Mary's affections. Does not want to elect E. B. Jackson unopposed. Analyzes his father's (Thomas Wilson) chances.","Letter of recommendation for Sommerville \u0026 Moore who wish to borrow money from North West Bank of Virginia.","Asks Woods to be a character witness at his father's trial.","Needs to have special bail entered. Asks it a freeholder in Virginia can be sued although a resident out of the state. Asks that bonds be sent over by Thomas Woods.","Politeness of Mr. Henry Clay. Secretary of Treasury will decide how Moses Shepherd' accounts with U.S. (concerning the National Road) should be settled. \"Mr. Clay has given some assistance.\"","Request for cornmeal.","Has been informed that Woods is going to Indiana. Asks him to look into a land dispute for him.","Sends an account to Woods and asks for money.","For Woods to lease to Cole a tavern, farm, and ferries at mouth of Captina Creek.","Needs Woods to tend to collecting money for him.","Woods gives his philosophy of buying land and gives terms for an exchange of land with Smith.","Scope and Contents Gives excuses for not paying money owed to Woods and his prospects for paying it.","Hanes makes offer to work off debt owed to Woods by making brick.","Smith makes his offer to exchange land.","Presents an offer to settle money owed to Woods by John Stipp.","Thomas Wilson has lost election to Congress. Wilson's law practice has doubled due to the death of ? McGee, Woods' daughter, Mary, has agreed to marry Wilson.","Needs Davis to close contract on land.","Offers to sell his house, lot and farm to Woods.","Scope and Contents ? Buchanan is waiting Woods' reply about selling land.","Has examined land records concerning heirs of Moses Chapline.","Charles White has written to Raccoon Mills to pay taxes on Woods' land. Asks Woods to pay amount due to John White.","If Good will hire his bellows out to Joseph Handlon, Woods will see they are taken care of. Includes, document of Joseph Handlon (witnessed by Andrew Donaldson) acknowledging receipt of the bellows.","Needs a reply from Woods.","Col. Berkshire will write Woods. Wilson describes the house Berkshire has for sale in Morgantown and other houses available in the town.","Has collected money owed to Woods by Asher Jones.","Gives Woods legal advice on a landlord collecting from a tenant.","Asks Woods for patents to land. Woods has had money for the land for 25 years.","Does not think house will suit the land or her business. Commission wants to tear it down. Mrs. Jackson has quit housekeeping.","Scope and Contents Concerns a dispute between Woods and Shepherd over Woods asking for security for a loan. Woods rehearses various incidents involving the building of the National Road. Includes draft of of Archibald Woods to Moses Shepherd, 1821 September 24, concerning a dispute between Woods and Shepherd.","Scope and Contents Suggestions about a possible suit against ? Booth. Wilson wedding with Woods' daughter, Mary, is set for December 6. N. Evans can not yet tell if he will sell house. ? Stealey may be interested in exchanging property with Woods. Stealey's landed property is bound so he cannot sell or exchange it. Eugenuis M. Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia, to Anne (Poage) Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia. Knows she will miss her daughter, but hope she will not delay the wedding.","Agrees with Woods that honest, independent men should be appointed to Board of Directors of North West bank of Wheeling.","Deliver pork to Jasper Mallory.","Has paid taxes for Woods.","Wants to settle in Indiana and found a newspaper. Needs information from Woods on likely places to settle.","Wants to buy a house and lot from Woods.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods' help in settling accounts with Moses Shepherd concerning the building of the National Road.","Scope and Contents Thinks they need to obtain advice of Philip Doddridge.","Archibald Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnall have been continued as directors in Northwest Bank of Virginia Board of Public Works are determined to coerce payment of state dividend due from North West Bank.","Discusses trip and social events in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Congress has asked for commissioners to file report in Moses Shepherd business (Shepherd's accounts with the U.S. in the building of the National Road.)","Is enjoying life in the country. Gives disadvantages of Wheeling over Pittsburgh for trade. Involved in building the steamboat, \"Nashville of Tennessee.\" Still owes debts in Kentucky of $2l,4000. Gives news of Woods family in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia.","Wants to rent for only one year.","Scope and Contents Outlines a dispute with Isaac Jones.","Has received Woods' letter and expects to agree to the propositions.","Discusses terms of a land deal.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to give bearer, J. P. Seaman, two barrels of flour. Will be credited to Woods' subscription to the Presbyterian meetinghouse.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Statement requested by John Nichols of what Samuels \u0026 Burckhaud had said respecting yours \u0026 his business.","Wells gives his statement concerning business between John Nichols and Woods.","Does not think John Wilson will bring suit. Needs copies of agreement regarding the compromise of a lawsuit.","Declines complying with Spencer's request.","Scope and Contents Rehearses his dispute with Isaac Jones.","Would like to live on Woods' land another year.","Housing alternatives in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Has moved into house formerly occupied by Widow Jackson. Has gone in partnership with ? Gray in the tavern.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to get paints?","Corn is put up. Other farm business is tended to. Asks if Franklin Woods is going down the river.","How and when money for public land is due.","Notifies Woods his house must be moved.","Surprised Woods will not advance liquor for the tavern Coll and Gray want to establish in a building by Woods.","Bill for two land suits he is handling for Woods have not been paid.","Asks if a suit should be brought.","Asking for liquor for his tavern.","Scope and Contents His conveyance of land to Woods omits lifting an obligation to ? Cole. Cannot meet a proposal of Woods concerning flour and whiskey.","Misunderstood agreement with Woods.","Scope and Contents Recollection of a settlement of lawsuits against ? Nichols.","Asks Woods to survey some land.","Scope and Contents Register of the land Office, Marietta, Ohio. Asks Woods to send patent for land. Asks about a forthcoming sale.","Scope and Contents Request to let William Clark have two barrels of flour out of Woods' subscription to the meeting house.","Scope and Contents Encloses receipt for James Pindall's fees. Wilson's suit against Booth will be lengthy. Still finishing his house. Philip Doddridge is candidate for Congress. Extreme politeness shown Wilson family by Edward Brake ? Jackson.","Scope and Contents As executor of Jeremiah? Hunt, he cannot exchange his brother's land, but can sell it.","Does not wish to buy Woods' house.","Wants use of a lot.","Scope and Contents Thinks ? Meadows will buy land, if not, ? Buchanan will. Gives report on crops and prices. Describes hailstorm with stones measuring fourteen inches in circumference.","Will set out for Indiana. James Paull has a bond on agents of the Penetentiary at Frankfort.","Offers to divide and sell brother's estate's land.","Estimates cost of thirteen hundred dollars to build a house for Woods.","Eugenius has had fever. House is not finished yet.","On his way to New Orleans. Gives prices.","Has given information to ? Chesbrough. Recommends Chesbrough as a tenant.","Sold Woods' land to James Buckhanon. Gives news of his family.","Wants to know if Woods would exchange land in Ohio, for land in Indiana for Bowland's brother, Matthew.","Concerns property lines and rye.","Appreciates Woods' offer regarding his house in Wheeling, but his wife is unwilling to reenter tavernkeeping.","Scope and Contents Saying that he shipped himself on board the brig \"Harriot\" for Baltimore with paid passage \u0026 thirteen hundred \u0026 thirty dollars.","Illness of everyone, Wants more land.","Cannot keep tavern because wife is ill. Recommends John Isett.","Would like to visit the next day.","Brother Robert Poage got ankle dislocated. Has not heard anything respecting Mr. Jening's recent receipt?","Concerns a legal dispute. Will come in about October 5 or 6. concerns other collections.","Will write a lawyer he knows in Kentucky to get information for Woods.","Scope and Contents Describes death of Franklin Woods on board brig \"Harriott\". Woods' money, watch, and trunk are in possession of Capt. Diamond in Baltimore.","Concerns taking of depositions of Philip Doddridge, Thomas Wilson and ? Hammond. \"I am of your opinion that the cause ought to be tried while Judge Tucker is on the Bench. I like his bold strait-forward way of getting at justice.\" Thomas Wilson's health is not good. His wife and child went out in carriage.","Encloses a short address and petition relative to removal of the Seat of Government.","Supervision of cleaning out of street. Expresses sympathy in loss of Woods' son.","Asks Woods for a description of his house in Wheeling.","Judgment has been obtained in case of Paul's assignee v. Boothe. Mary is in as good health as could be expected from her \"delicate situation.\" Does not think he will move to Wheeling.","Gives legal advice from ? Hammond concerning the building of a house.","Has discussed deal with ? Minor. Coll will take the bargain under certain arrangements.","Asks Woods to deliver to Woods, Paull \u0026 Co. the bonds of Joseph Vanmeter as security.","Recounts death of Franklin Woods. Gives statement of Barr Wilson in lawsuit of Wilson against Daniel Booth.","Goes over his side of an argument with Shepherd apparently concerning Shepherd's business with the North West Bank.","Will take Woods' property if Woods will put house in order.","Has tended to paying Croghan's land taxes. Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Recommends ? Gray.","Scope and Contents James Pleasants elected governor. William Brown of Williamsburg was elected chancellor of Fredericksburg or Williamsburg District. Mentions possibility of removal of seat of justice in Ohio County, Virginia","Bill appointing commissioners to locate seat of justice in Ohio County was rejected by committee]. Bill passed House of Delegates ratifying the convention entered into by Henry Clay and Benjamin Watkins Leigh. Discusses re-apportionment.","Scope and Contents Outlines debate over moving seat of justice in Ohio County, West Virginia \"Doddridge conducts himself well and is decidedly the ablest man in the House.\"","Has received letters \"giving the sad tidings of your sons deaths, both of them esteemed by us all....\" Lists his selections of public lands. Excuses why he has not been to White River. Has built four cabins. Gives crop prices.","Declines making a contract for a house belonging to Swearinger and gives reasons.","Scope and Contents \" I am very much so feeble as much as possible to be out of be \u0026 troubled with doleful low spirits. The Lord knows I have not had much in a married life but what has been pain to body and mind;\" Grieves for brother. Writes about her son, Alfred.","Asks that Silvia (a slave) be sent to her.","Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Encloses form of deed and an opinion. Has referred matter of slave, Sylvia or Silvia, to Mary, but is fearful that if Woods can not manage her, he will be unable to. Pleased to send Washington Wilson? to Philadelphia for glasses. Discusses benefits sight will provide.","Excuse for not getting brick for Woods.","Is writing for John Stipp to ask Woods to stay execution for money owed Woods.","Asks Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Asks for receipt and that Paull would try to get Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Request for corn and straw.","Asking them to hurry to complete a house they are building for him to minimize fire hazard.","Request for flour and bran.","Scope and Contents His wife, Mary, is in excellent health. Includes, Autograph Letter Signed, of Mary (Woods) Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods Gives news of family.","Sends form of a deed. Has asked Alpheus Wilson to decide to go to Wheeling or stay in Morgantown. If he stays, Eugenius Wilson will go to Wheeling.","Thinks he can collect money from McLean \u0026 Guard.","Urges him to finish house.","Asks Woods to have his lot for a house surveyed.","Explains delay in settling debt of James Okey to Woods.","Announces birth of a daughter.","Lists quarters of public lands. Asks that deeds for certain lands be sent.","Lists two questions about the Cumberland Road and asks Doddridge to respond so people can decide whether or not to vote for him for Congress. Includes Doddridge responding to Woods' questions.","Asks information about land on Fishing Creek.","Needs to go to Washington, D.C. to save himself for an endorsement in the North West Bank.","Describes how she feel after her daughter is one month old. Has no one with her except a black woman named Dark? Would rather Silvia not come.","Discussing possibility of lawsuit between Noah Zane and Woods.","Unable to comply with summons.","Request for flour.","Is trying to sell his farm.","Flour from Woods' mill is too dark. Asks to buy some more.","Offers deal to Woods to lease land with option to buy.","Describes the activities of the household. Plans trip. Mentions slave, Dark.","Description of Indiana and Indianapolis, in particular.","Wants to buy a lot.","Family news.","Wants to move West, but needs Woods' advice on where to settle. Eugenius ill with bllious fever. Lists candidates for Congress, including Philip Doddridge.","Reports on Edgar C. Wilson's trip to Indiana. Alpheus has not yet decided about moving. A lawsuit in Clarksburg has been continued. Gives Chancellor's reasons and states that North West Bank needs to answer.","Request for money. Brother is dying.","A man has applied for a lease of Woods' land to make saltpetre.","Asks for a legal opinion concerning one of the North West Bank of Virginia directors Moses H. Shepherd owing money to the Bank.","Asks Woods about land in Tyler County.","Describes Indiana and his circumstances living in Indianapolis.","Cannot get his money from Moses Shepherd for building a bridge on the National Road.","Sends five dollars although he doesn't think he owes Burns.","Describes court system in Indiana. Complains about its Constitution and laws. Death of Mrs. Eli Stealey. Col. Paxton who owes money to Thomas Wilson lives there. Mentions Jacob Wetzel?","Does not want to go back to Captina. Has hogs ready to drive.","Concerns an injunction gotten by ? Booth.","Needs answers of Benjamin W. Wilson, George Paull and Archibald Woods to an injunction obtained by Booth. Bears notes by Archibald Woods.","Leaves a contract for land up to Woods.","Requests $13 on Archibald Woods' account.","Bill for the National Intelligencer.","Wants Woods to stop a survey being entered by Neil Gunn.","Interested in land owned by Woods on Middle Island.","Serving as deputy clerk. \"A good many Indians allways about Fort Harrison...they are quite peacable however I was under the necessity of giving a Potawatomy a flogging a few days ago for his impudence.\" Has a full set of surveying instruments. Has written Thomas Woods about his land. Is guardian of 12 year old boy.","Concerns taking of depositions in lawsuit involving ? Wilson.","Does not think anything should be done regarding threat against North West Bank of Virginia until director carries out threat.","Director who owes money to bank has hired able lawyers including Philip Dod]ridge.Should bank settle debt by accepting stock at par?","Unable to travel to Clarksburg as witness in U. States v. Salathial Curtis. Asks to be excused.","Injunction of Booth v. Paull was dissolved as to all except $350. Case of Caruthers against North West Bank of Virginia was decided in favor of bank. Case of Poage against Thomas Wilson decided for Wilson. People in Clarksburg want to effect a reorganization of judicial districts.","Wants to buy clay from Woods' swamp.","Dispute over security for rent.","Describes situation of lawyers in Indianapolis.","Has a man, William Drenninger,who wishes to lease Woods' property.","Asks him to send patents and to speak to governor about money owed to North West Bank of Virginia by Moses H. Shepherd. Asks him to see if land in Tyler County was sold for taxes.","Lists taxes owed on land in Tyler County.","Unable to see him. Ash can rely on Woods' doing what he said he would.","Jacob Ash cannot pay for land on Middle Island. Carothers would like to buy on same terms.","Will accept slave in trade for Hog Run land.","Scope and Contents Read letter to Barr who is interested in land if he can sell his. Finch is not interested in proposal made to him by Woods as it stands.","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Governor will not express an opinion on money Moses Shepherd owes to North West Bank. Directors will be appointed next week. Willson does not wish to run again for General Assembly.","Has begun suit against Booth. Elated at prospect of armory being fixed at Jackson's Forge on Cheat Mt. six miles from town. \"If we get the Armory-then the canal will come near that-and what a space does that open for building castles in the air!\"","Is enclosing copies of patents. Elkins' patent cannot be found. Old directors of North West Bank re-appointed. Discusses several bills concerning the Bank and taxation. Friends of William Crawford are in favor of Congressional caucus.","Prefers Leffler for Senate over Morgan. Thinks Morgan's name and residence will give him a large majority in this County over Leffler, Edgington or McCloy. Asks Woods to send circumstances of lawsuit involving land purchased from William Croghan. If he runs for General Assembly would have to give up office he holds, would lose business while in Richmond and could not save money \"if a man mingles with the first ranks of Society \u0026 lives with the most influential members which I should certainly do in order to give myself standing which would enable me to be useful to my constituents.\" Attempting to contract for books in Baltimore. \"Stephen does tolerably well after having rec'd several whippings.\" Does not think Armory will be located yet.","Continues in readiness and waits for Woods to come.","General assembly business. Richmond Junto is for Crawford, Clay next.","North American Insurance Companywill insure Woods' house. Presents terms.","Bill to amend charter of Northwestern Bank was rejected in Committee. Majority for Crawford. Clay stands next to Crawford. Morgan is candidate for the Senate. Expect to elect Charles F. Mercer a brigadier general. Bill for additional appropriation to the University of Virginia has many enemies.","Has toured various countries. Describes Weston. Thinks Philip Doddridge will have a better chance for election this election.","Applies to Graham for redress because Joseph Woods would not sell land.","Describes her household.","Needs information on whether to bid against Clarke for land.","Cannot find patents to land on Hog Run.","Wants to buy land.","Has not find papers for Hog Island land. Has no objection to suit being instituted in his name.","\"The presidential quesion is slumbering \u0026 the cause of the Greeks is occupying its place.\" Against the state borrowing money to improve James and Potomac Rivers.","Is enclosing a legal opinion. Gives advice on suit in Croghan's name. Also legal questions regarding suit against Booth. Joseph T. Daugherty will run for General Assembly.","Has settled Woods' delinquent land tax.","Alterations made in judiciary system. Presidential politics in Indiana.","Sale of house, lot and tannery of James Okey, deceased.","Has leased Woods' land and would like to buy it. Makes offer.","Terms for leasing land from Woods.","Misunderstanding over Conner working for Woods the previous fall.","Includes draft of Archibald Woods to ? Rapp.","Cites laws pertaining to military land warrants. \"My greatest anxiety at this time is to get a library.\"","Purchased 27 acres on hill north of town.","William Deringer has agreed to lease part of Woods' quarter. Questions about location of water.","Hunt is ready to sell land and can make a good title.","Arrangements to obtain slave Woods is trading for land.","Detained by lowness of river.","Norval Wilson?. Has a fine girl. Ready to change her name. Is giving ? short \"soft looks.\" Gives other family news.","All fractions and part of fractions of land will be offered at remaining sales in half quarters.","For 16,4000 acres in Tyler County. Bears affidavits by A. S. Brickhead. Copy made by D. Hickman.","Is not interested in selling land and buying any of Hunt. Concerned about healthiness of the land. Describes number of game killed. Describes his property. Expects Wetsel? to go with him to look for a lead mine the Indians have told him of.","May expect him within two weeks.","Informs Rapp of a mistake in quantity of land.","Could not send money by John Owens because he does not get along. \"...Mrs. Bowland has not spoke to her father, nor uncle since the time of her marriage.\" Will send money by Edgar Campbell Wilson.\"I am about to open a house of entertainment in this place.\"","Unwilling to compel slave to leave Woods that was to be exchanged for land. Send $400 instead.","\"...I send Hazel and have no doubt he will please you. As he has not seen you, I have had to promise that if he is not pleased with his situation I will replace him...\"","Cannot meet with Woods about land deal.","Has purchased land at Woods' request.","Wants to buy a fractional part of a quarter of public land.","Asks Skinner to convey a letter and money to Joseph Hood for public land.","Speculates on a trip. Slave, Darky, is ill. Children, Ann and Steve, always get into mischief. Washington started yesterday to Canonsburgh to college. Neighbor, Mrs. Dougherty is dying of consumption.","Asks payment of fees for legal services rendered in Paull v. Daniel Booth.","Defends himself from Woods' remarks concerning the painting of a fence by his son and other remarks.","Tried to carry out Woods instructions in regard to the purchase of a fraction of public land but was unable to because of rules cited by Joseph Woods, Register of Land Office and by the Receiver.","Crops, hunting.","Offers slave for sale.","Concerns vines.","Wants to buy land from Hunt.","Will forward deed to Woods when he picks it up in Louisville. Would like to see slave \u0026 reconcile him to accompany him to Kentucky, \"for I assure you, I can not resort to force to induce it... I could not think of having him delivered to me at this place, or of his remaining here any time, the best of servants would get spoiled in this place directly.\"","Chancellor's opinion is that redress should be sought on covenant of warranty which rests in the heirs, not the administrator.\"","Bank is not selling drafts until September.","Is suspending the issuing of a patent until after next Congress.","Woods' land at Woodsfield do not live up to his expectations. Would like list of Indiana lands.","Description of journey from Wheeling to Morgantown. Daniel Booth and John Wilson have been committed to jail by marshals.","Cannot find record that Woods paid taxes. Needs to pay to keep land for being sold. Includes Benjamin W. Wilson, to Archibald Woods, asking Woods for money and informing him he could not get oxen.","Desires to buy land.","Apologizes for sending deed after Woods declined to purchase the land. Still would like to sell it.","To sell 300 acres of land to Andrew Ragu, Drury Baker and George Baker.","Daniel Booth and Juno Wilson were bonded out of jail and broke the bond. General Booth was security and now is bound for whole debt. Family news. Edgar has given up intention of returning to Indiana.","Will bring cattle the following week.","Needs depositions from Woods for Chapline's lawsuit in which Woods will be cross examined.","Illness in neighborhood. Is thinking of leaving. Asks about land owned by Woods.","Will transfer land when requested.","Will be at Woodsfield, 1824 October 11. Offers tanyard.","Makes offer for lots.","Makes offer for lots.","Family news.","Asks Woods to endorse for $500.","Asks for specifics of land offer.","Wishes to buy lot in Woodsfield. Includes, Note of memorandum by Woods of an offer to Miller, 1824 October 30.","Asks for more information for Chapline's lawsuit.","Unable to attend court in case of U.S. v. Salathiel Curtis.","Unable to pay for lot. Lists different alternatives.","Legal advice pertaining to Woods v. John and Stephen R. Wilson and the land claimed by William Croghan, Jr. and the Chaplines.","Concerns bill for Ohio Company presented to bank that should be paid if Thomas Wilson says it should be paid. Includes document of Thomas Wilson,stating that he did not handle the suit, but James McGee did. Tells what he knows.","Edgar has gone to Mason County, Virginia. Alpheus does not like living in Pennsylvania. Nancy (Wilson) Crawford died in June, leaving three month old child.","To build a log cabin. Gives specifications.","Has not been paid by Moses Chapline.","Wants more information about tending mill for Woods.","Needs answer to Archibald Woods' question. Includes Israel to Sehon undated, stating he has already responded to Woods. 1 page.","Immediately sent Woods' letter down to Jacob Israel.","Makes an offer for property.","Wants to lease land from Woods.","Thinks bill for Moses H. Shepherd and his account with the National Road] will pass both houses in Congress. Vote for President and Vice President will be held that day. Bill has passes House for continuation of Cumberland Road.","Scope and Contents Heard of opposition in Ohio County to Philip Doddridge. Doddridge is favorite of Monongalia. \"The people here appear to be weary and ashamed of such a feeble, inefficient cypher as our present representative.\" Interest in Union canal.","Mrs. McLeery's house and lots are for sale. She is interested in living there. \"you mentioned in your last letter you would like to sell Sye and his wife to some person here. I don't know any person here that is able to unless Alpheus would. When he moved to Pennsylvania he set his free and now he is coming to Virginia he will want them.\" Alpheus' wife has another daughter.","Since Cumberland Road continuation is settled, district will no longer be divided. Asks that Woods bring correspondence between E. W. Wells and ? Morgan to the election. \"I have a strong personal desire to be elected at this time. I feel that I have almost subdued a habit which has long held me depressed. A change of circumstances would assist me with a powerful moral force.\"","Pays debt to bank. Asks to borrow more money.","Wants to know it he will lease for another year.","Deposit in Bank of Indiana for money owed to Woods by John and Joseph Smith.","Thanks Woods for 10 volumes of state papers. \"Mary is in no conditon to travel....\" Received $200 for Booth money in PaullV. Booth.Would like History of the Council of Trentfrom Woods' library. Doddridge is campaigning well. Hopes for canal.","Dispute over hogs.","Concerns rye.","Legal opinion concerning judgment of Ohio Company against Edward and Jonathan Jackson.","Upset that Joseph Johnson will be elected. Has not heard who is appointed judge in place of ? Jackson.","Received Woods' agreement in case of Woods et al. v. Wilson. Woods can take Charles Hammond's deposition in Cincinnati. Questions to ask.","Concerns parts for a repair?","Will pay him as soon as he can. Cannot find purchaser. If bad health this season, he will leave.","Asking Shepherd to pay debt owed to Franklin Woods.","Authorizes Caldwell to execute deed of trust in debt owed to Franklin Woods by Moses Shepherd.","Sends oxen to be sold. Deletes land deal between ? Clarke and ? Martin.","Concerns taking of Hammond's deposition in Wilsonv. Woods.Thinks Woods or someone should \"attend for Doddridge may be absent-may be drunk....\" Does not trust Doddridge because he is employed by Spencer if Wilson wins lawsuit. Mentions canal. Family news.","Asks questions regarding notices on the taking of depositions in Wilson v. Woods. Includes Archibald Woods to Eugenius M. Wilson. Concern Wilson v. Wood.","Will keep the oxen.","Purchased a pair of bears? Will not again be a candidate unless that should entirely consist with the views of E. M. Wilson and Thomas Hayward.","Ready to do millwright work.","Needs to know time he is to give deposition in Wilson v. Woods. Needs note in North West Bank of Virginia continued.","Failed to get Hammond's deposition because no hour specified in the notice. Thomas Wilson has dropsy. His best \"negro man, George, whether from some physical disease or from grief...of his master's death...suddenly went mad...got into the river and was drowned.\"","Woods' lands near Salt Creek will be valuable because of salt.","Thanks Woods for catching his mare.","(Apparently has been elected to a church conference?) of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Family news, including wife's approaching confinement and father's (Thomas Wilson) health.","Family news including her approaching confinement, health of her father-in-law (Thomas Wilson). Husband, Eugenius, has been elected to convention at Staunton.","Asks Woods' help with note to be put in North Western Bank.","Mary had girl. Sick afterwards. Treatments described.","Unhappy over route through his land. Also not pleased with goods sent by Mallory.","Depositions have been taken in Wilson v. Woods.","For 1180 acres in Belmont County, Ohio. Bears affidavit of Samuel Fitch and recorded by William Paris, Jr.","Needs $300 to be given to Knox \u0026 McGee.","Unable to obtain Philip Doddridge's deposition. Left him drunk at Staunton. Legal advice to Woods. Family news.","Ill-health of Mary (Woods) Wilson. Baby is named Frances. Prospective trips.","Needs to depend upon having Woods' place to rent.","Archibald Woods to ? defending himself from charge he induced Knox \u0026 McKee to not honor recipients drafts.","Will not attend examination because son, William, has nothing memorized to deliver. Asks why. Includes Archibald Woods, to Jasper Mallory, concerning money owed by Mallory to Woods.","Emily would like to go to school in Baltimore.","Scope and Contents Wilson v. Woods was not tried. \"Negro woman and three children\" belonging to estate he was administering ran away. He may be liable. \"The negros are leaving this County by whole families and very few retaken. I look for Darky to go next and I shall not much regret it for although she is a good house servant yet I cannot (unless I lock her up every night) prevent her from getting into bad company, and she has now become almost a common strumpet--a being that I loathe to look upon.\" has not received money in Paull v. Booth.","Needs to know what arrangement is to be made for Moses H. Shepherd to pay debt.","Woods' son-in-law, C. D. Knox has left word regarding Tavern. Asks Woods to send terms.","Concerned over a director owing bank money.","Describes his tavern in Wheeling and its location.","Family news from Augusta County, Virginia. Eugenius Wilson is unpopular because perceived as spearheading prosecution against two members of General Assembly, Edward Watts and Francis Billingsley for bribery. Mentions effect of death of James Pindall.","Suit has been instituted in Superior Court of Law against ? Childers?","Concerns about lawsuit which charges a title to land Woods is involved in is vague. Asks for patents and information.","Redeems watch. Asks Woods to come survey land.","Asks if a position is available at Knox \u0026 McKee for Washington Wilson. Death of Thomas Wilson.","Washington Wilson declines position with Knox \u0026 McGee and has accepted one elsewhere. Death of Thomas Wilson and death of Sarah Woods.","Suggests Woods come to next Court when Court House will be discussed.","Pork is rejected by Navy inspectors. Settled business with Moses H. Shepherd who will dismiss lawsuits.","Political prospects for Congress. News of Morgantown. Summarizes letter from a runaway slave.","Progress of lawsuit in Wilson v. Woods.","Unable to pay money owed to Woods.","Chancellor Tucker has rendered decision. Wilson v. Woods must be decided by jury. Doddridges' arguments good. Received Booth money.","Outlines political strategy to convince Haymond not to run for Congress.","Roadmakers are ready to cut drain through Woods' field.","Predicts results in congressional race. Brother Norval Wilson married to ? Howland.","Unable to pay money.","Order for flour.","Builders of National Road have let water onto his garden.","Recommends ? Kennon to purchase land.","Has checked lawsuits of Kershner v. England, Morris, Woods \u0026 Caldwell.","Would like to be appointed superintendent of road.","Inquires about land his deceased father owned in Ohio County. If Woods never collected money for A. Hamilton, he won't from his estate which will be insolvent. McClandhan's mother died 1824 May.","William Brookover would like to rent land from Woods.","Darky, slave, has tried to run away twice. Is being returned to Woods family.","Concerned over money owed Northwestern Bank by a director. Recommends three names to be appointed as director.","Suggests Woods direct finishing of his warehouse.","Transmits money owed to Woods by ? Maxwell.","Compromise proposed in Wilson v. Woods. Cresap v. Chapline's heirs was decided in favor of Cresap. Has sold Darky to man in Harrison County for $300.","Thinks Doddridge will stand better chance of winning than Leffler for Congress.","Concerns appointment of Woods as a director of Northwestern Bank.","Concerns Wilson v. Woods, Woods v. Booth, and Woods' place as director of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Will defend three directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against being surplanted.","Concerns Emily Knox's dissatisfaction with her school in Baltimore.","Does not recommend compromise in Wilson v. Woods. Problem with directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia T. P. Ray and Alpheus P. Wilson will attend canal convention before going to Richmond. Does not trust Thomas S. Haymond. Passes on name of George Kyger for tavern. Wilson will act as clerk in T. P. Ray's absence.","Maxwell expects to pay money owed to Woods.","Moses Shepherd wants to meet with Woods.","Defends Henry St. George Tucker from charge of being an agent of John R. Wilson (charges perhaps levied by Philip Doddridge).","Notifies Ruggles that there is already a post office named Captina Creek in Belmont County, Ohio so suggests another name.","Family news.","Travel in Missouri in winter.","Making arrangements to pay note. Candidate for next Congress. Hopes Woods will not move against Middle Island Company.","Need postal route on west side of Ohio River. Asks Woods' advice.","Satisfied with how situation regarding indebtedness of directors of Northwester Bank of Virginia has turned out. Yarnall, Sprigg and Shepherd together owe about $70,000. Sprigg and Shepherd re-elected. Quotes Woods' misgivings about Henry St. George Tucker. Should resist any change in venue in Woods v. Wilson.","Advice on a postal route west of Ohio River.","Route has been established to serve Captina Point (now Powhatan Point).","Has horse for sale.","No reply to previous letter. Will call on Woods to take deposition concerning claim of Moses Shepherd for building National Road.","Sends dried peaches. Does not want to rent Woods' place when lease expires.","Major Smith intends to become a tenant under Woods.","Post route has been established including Woodsfield.","Advice in Wilson v. Woods. Family news including the education of an orphan child.","Damage done to Woods' land by a tenant. Suggests a ? Davis to make 100,000 brick.","Will take along with James Smith the store and warehouse.","Will pay bills for daughter, Emily, and make arrangements for her trip home.","Does not consider land cleared properly by Miller.","Wants to buy wood from Woods.","Has sold tanyard--asks Woods or George Paull to make out deed to William Craig, the purchaser. Business is stirring at Woodsfield.","Concerns land claimed by James McHenry. Gives information concerning McHenry's family. Probably concerns Wilson v. Woods.","Asks Woods to call on him at his office.","Concerns money owed by ? Maxwell.","Woods v. Boothe. Has settled with Mrs. Pindall. Woods v. Wilson did not gain a change of venue and Henry St. George Tucker's opinion.","Asks about note for money owed by ? Smith.","Inability to pay money owed to Woods.","Will tend to collecting money for Woods.","Bad health of Robert Woods. Gives news of extended family. Wants flour sent to him on a regular basis.","Family news.","Sends eight dollars.","Agrees to buy land.","Has deposited $1520 in bank for Wilson's use. Bring deed to Philadelphia.","Shall attend a sale.","Needs to stay in Morgantown to attend to client's business. Will have subpoenas served. Thinks Doddridge should be examined as a witness.","Needs aged whiskey.","Wants to give up place. Recommends Obed Morris to have it.","Learned through Thomas S. Haymond that it is intention of Yarnal \u0026 Co. to make a violent effort to get the ascendancy in the direction of the Northwestern Bank. Has erred in recommending Zane as a director.","Unable to see John Rector.","Encloses $250 From ? Maxwell. Thinks Chancellor Tucker will refuse motion for a new trial. Jacobs and Doddridge \"argued rather feebly....I explained to the Judge all the circumstances of the trial on our journey up from Morgantown to this court.\"","Asks questions about the building of a turnpike since one has been authorized by legislature from Nashville to Columbia.","Dispute over Woods' not putting warehouse in repair and over the price of a horse.","Has gotten load and a halt of clay and has filled up holes in bank which he understands is Woods' objection to taking clay.","Disappointed at Chancellor Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods. Gives advice on next legal steps to take.","Scope and Contents Answers inquiries made by Woods in  Wilson v. Woods . Doddridge upset at remark he was unwell. Has put a piece in the paper under signature of \"concert\" supporting Adams meeting.","States condition of Northwest Bank of Virginia Recommends against appointment of Moses W. Chapline or ? Yarnall as directors.","Answering questions posed by Archibald Woods about methods and cost of building National Road. Also mentions Ohio Road and McAdams Plan of road construction. Questions in handwriting of Woods.","Asks delay in paying money.","Had anti-Jackson meeting. Ladies have formed literary society which meets in Wilson's office every Monday evening in which the Bible makes a part of their reading.","Wants to rent Woods' tavern in Wheeling.","Terms of land deal.","Must have whole record copied--not selected parts. Legal advice in Wilson v. Woods. Believes Chancellor Tucker was wrong in directing issue to be tried. Advises an appeal.","Anthony D. Clarke borrowed $5,000 from Woods secured by deed of trust for land. Asks it they have the funds.","Will give up his house in Frederick. Then will look out for a first rate hotel. Thanks Charles D. Knox for writing him about Woods' hotel in Wheeling.","Asks her father to visit. Discusses her children. Has clergyman boarding with them who will teach school.","Wants to buy land. Includes John H. Jenkins to Archibald Woods, recommending Strean?","Describes arrival of first steamboat, \"Reindeer\" at Morgantown. Court record of Wilson v. Woods will not be copied for a month because it is so large and clerk has other records to copy. Alpheus P. Wilson and T. P. Ray started to Richmond to attend Anti-Jackson Convention.","Would like to rent a house if Woods or any of his friends buys it.","Has received court record of 216 pages in Wilson v. Woods. Gives legal advice for the appeal. Morgan has declared for Senate.","Legal advice.","Send survey of 800 acre tract at Middle Island and he will make offer.","Ready to give out brickmaking contract, for courthouse in Woodsfield?","Asks Caldwell to stop cutting timber on land sold to Nathan Ilanes. Includes memorandum of letter to Governor by Woods concerning Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Does not think the bill concerning his account with the U.S. for building the National Road will be acted upon this session.","Needs to borrow money from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Asks help in getting a note discounted.","Asks if he can pay debt with steers and horses.","Sends carpet yarn to be colored and woven. Does not want a little girl to help in house. Mr. Russ (Presbyterian minister) is boarding with them.","Asks help in obtaining loan from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Sends two pigs.","Has procured two six week old pigs for Woods.","Believes Henry St. George Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods will be reversed. Chapman Johnson is tending to appeal. High spirits in Morgantown due to prospects for railroad. He and Ray are directed to invest $3200 in bank stock as executors of N. Evans.","Asks Woods' help in getting payment from Moses Shepherd for helping to build bridge as part of the National Road. Daniel Steenrod owes him.","Scope and Contents Thanks him for new saddle. Hope he will go to the Springs.","Asks Woods to advance fee.","There is a case against Dillon for $1,000 ordered by Jacobs. Clark will appeal in ejectment case.","Answers complaints about the shoeing of Woods' horse.","Hesitant to give advice in Clark lawsuit, but does so. Has applied to be Commonwealths Attorney in Brooke, Tyler and Randolph counties.","Cannot pay him yet. Since Woods is concerned with Wheeling foundry, asks for a cast screw and plate for pressing cloth at his fulling mill.","Adams has sold land in Delaware. Will pay Woods when that is settled. Sehon will pay his part even if he has to borrow.","Would like to borrow two hundred dollars from Woods.","New York is in favor of Andrew Jackson. New York \"is destined to be a Great Nation within itself.\"","Concerns Daniel Clark.","Leaving for Bedford. Did not get appointment as Commonwealth's Attorney for Brooke County or Tyler County. Still a candidate for Randolph County.","Concerns possibility of a canal. Public is losing confidence in Railroad company.","Father-in-law needs land. Send terms.","Will attend to entering land for Woods.","Clark says Woods has libeled and will not agree to terms.","Legal advice concerning injunction against Clarke.","Passes on legal advice from Genin and his advice in lawsuit against Clark.","Horatio Bakewell needs clay.","Gives his advice in lawsuit against Clarke. Thinks Woods should have compromised. Sends money for Alfred's bill.","Legal advice regarding the administration of an estate.","Interested in renting house.","Washington Wilson is seeking a new position.","Clark did not give security in lawsuit.","Clark did not give security. May compromise. Have lost member of Congress.","Interested in being miller.","Advises against lawsuit in name of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against ? Adams. Justifies Sehon's bill for copying court record. Alpheus P. Willson has son, Evans.","Scope and Contents Megurder? unwilling to give bail to close deed.","Describes stay in Pittsburgh.","Will make deed and send it. Father's health is bad.","Will lease stove and storehouses at Powhatan Point.","News of Morgantown and their mutual friends.","Has entered land for Woods.","Dispute with Jasper? Mallory.","Woods has been appointed state proxy to represent state in the North Western Bank of Virginia. General Assembly is discussing Georgia and South Carolina anti-tariff resolutions.","Has decided to marry Mrs. McFerran, sister of Stephen Clowell. Gives reasons.","Unable to pay Woods.","Pannell need to finish house he is building for Woods.","Remits money.","Legal advice in lawsuit against Clarke.","Asks for location of Woods' land near his land so he can examine it.","Concerns candidates for election to Constitutional Convention of 1829. Mentions Edgar Campbell Wilson's prospects for re-election. Is worried about financial matters. Has spent one-fourth of income on religious and charitable matters.","Would like to meet concerning mill.","Discusses his reelection campaign. Mentions newspaper. Eugenius' candidacy for Convention of 1829.","Cannot wind up business and take Woods' mill for two months. Would like to be let off contract.","Needs Woods to attend bank board meeting of Northwestern Bank of Virginia and bring Steenrod so Board can authorize Thomas Woods to release a claim.","Would like to take Woods' mill.","His candidacy for the Constitutional Convention of 1829 and his position on reform.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Thought McLure had sold his foundry.","Crippled and unable to do anything. Dispute over building a house for Woods.","Tries to settle debt.","Balance due in public land entered by Woods.","Prospects for Mallory to rent mouth of Captina.","Gives terms for selling land to Woods.","Deed needs to be re-done. Buckhannon unable to pay. Sylvanus Tarkington makes offer for land. Leffler and brother do not like the country.","Sends bank notes by Archibald Woods.","Making plans in case her husband, Eugenius, attends Constitutional Convention of 1829.","Dissatisfied with house Randolph has built.","Needs payment for land.","Dispute with ? Pollock.","Needs note discounted.","Does not know when patent will be issued on Peter Hines' land.","Needs to meet with Woods regarding the \"Captina Business.\"","Needs Woods influence with court. Will come alone because it is not safe to bring Negroes to that County.","Details of a trip to Bloomington, Ind.","Coulter quotes law on deputy clerks to show that his signature on a certificate of a deed is valid.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Asks Woods' help with debt owed by James Woods \u0026 Co.","A statement concerning money owed him by ? Booth.","Answers questions about land he sold.","Answers questions about sale of mortgaged land by Henry Smith.","Reports on value of Woods' land. Mentions grant of land for canal through the state.","Found house. Will pay Woods for pasture.","Will come to Wheeling to check on house being built for him there.","Talked to his father about mortgaged land that was sold. Promise family will pay Woods.","Sends copy of caveat.","Wants to buy town lot from Woods.","Sends Woods notice of money due.","? Thomas is interested in renting a tavern.","Concerns Silas Bowery who purchased mortgaged land from Henry Smith. Sends bill for services as a spy attested by John Brown who was a ranger at the same time.","Scope and Contents Deed between Archibald Woods and Ann Woods of the first part, John McLure and Mary McLure of the second part, James H. Forythe and Ellen Forsythe of the third part, John List and Ann List of the fourth part, and Thomas Woods and May Woods of the fifth part all of Ohio County, West Virginia] and Thomas Johnston, Israle Updegraff, John List and Ellen List of the sixth part to convey land in North Wheeling.","Wants to take house (hotel?) from Woods.","Terms for King to lease a tavern.","Will be in Wheeling to negotiate lease.","Re-assures Woods about mortgaged land.","Introduces Thomas Edmundson who is a stockholder in Franklin Turnpike Road and is inspecting U.S. Road (McAdam's Road.)","Wants to know if Woods will agree to sell his father's (E. McClanahan) land. Has nine children, all daughters. He will be sixty-one in April. Other news of his family.","Asks if John Caldwell and wife are alive.","Wants to clarify title to land transferred by Wheeling Co. to Middle Island Company. Concerned about the dower right of Mrs. John Caldwell.","Has paid Woods' taxes. Explanation concerning a lease.","Concerns orders for bricks.","Delay in readying Globe Inn. Can get present building ready.","Discusses career plans, medical school, and growth of Cincinnati.","Toll gates on U.S. Road will not pass. May get single appropriation to repair it. Mentions bridge.","Trying to collect money from James Campbell.","New building needs fireplaces and filled ice house. Wants to supervise building of kitchen.","Concerns Cumberland Road and Bridge.","Introduces ? Shaffer of Pittsburgh who is a miller.","Will comply with terms for property transfer.","Scope and Contents Uncle and Aunt Wilson have moved to Wheeling. College has between 40 and 50 students. Includes Autograph Letter Signed of H. Woods, Washington, Pa., to Archibald Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia,1831 February 6. Outlines his course of study.","Asks Woods not to proceed against land for debt owed by ? Davidson since he (James Campbell) has purchased it.","Directions for fixing up hotel.","Pleased Woods has obtained an icehouse for the hotel. Requests a storeroom.","Encloses notice of Navy Department to application. Calhoun's pamphlet is out.","Various possibilities for an election.","Promises to pay money owed to Woods.","Hand money being lent to his son","Will come to Wheeling to practice medicine within two or three months.","Army worms have destroyed grain. Smith is mad at him for reporting to Woods Smith's sale of mortgaged land.","Randolph has not given up lease.","Will pay balance on a note and will try to pay other note during next winter.","Difference of opinion concerning expiration of lease.","Believe they can effect a trade.","Reports on Woods' land.","To carry out a contract between James McHenry's representatives and a land company consisting of Robert Woods,Archibald Woods, James Caldwell, Moses Chapline and John Caidwell.","For delinquent taxes to William Puett issued by Austin M. Puett, Commissioner of Revenue for Parke County, Indiana. Includes, receipt issued to Thomas Woods for payment of taxes.","Petition concerning navigation of Captina Creek has been referred to select committee. Send remonstrance.","Has turned over petitions to committee.","On way back from Missouri. Desires to close business with father's land. Asks that it be sold. Family news.","Does not believe stock will be subscribed.","Will open books for subscription of bank stock. Citizens desirous of procuring branch of North Western Bankor Richmond banks.","Wonders if he can accept payments for bank stock in notes rather than specie. Asks when a branch can be opened.","Sale of public lands.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns deed to land sold by Eugenius Wilson who is deceased. Will do estimate of money to be collected soon. Gives Wilson's account with estate of N. Evans.","Wants to buy $500 in stock of North Western Bank under new charter if Woods thinks new stock profitable.","Asks to be released from part of terms of a lease.","Has submitted amendment to bank bill.","Will subscribe for stock for McCoy under the new charter of the Northwestern Bank of Virginia Worried about competition from possible branch of the U.S. Bank being established at Wheeling. Worried about branches of Northwestern Bank at Wellsburg and Morgantown. Lists directors.","Asks Woods to buy stock in North Western Bank for him. \"The debate still goes on with great violence and excitement on the emancipation of slavery, the opinion of the Committee will be reversed but I cannot say what will be the final result.\"","\"We have now been 14 days debating the question whether it is expedient at this time to legislate with a view to the gradual abolition of slavery...\"","Bill concerning navigations of Captina Creek has been postponed.","Paid tax on Thomas Woods' land.","350 shares have been subscribed in Wellsburg to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Report that Alpheus Wilson was drowned. Has some idea of returning from college because of ill-health.","Confirms report that Alpheus Wilson drowned.","Confirms death of Alpheus P. Wilson in Monongalia River. Suggests Hamilton return home from college if unwell. Has lost $2,000 by flooding of Ohio River.","Suspects fraud on part of Samuel H. Gutherie.","Presented resolutions adopted by directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Thinks Bank bill will pass both houses. Tariff discussion still going on. Hopes it will be put to rest by amicable adjustment.","Needs note on Northwestern Bank passed. Nothing has been heard of body of Alpheus.","Will endeavor to get a board to meet with Woods on the subject of the note.","No material change in Eugenius Wilson.","Her father received letter from Woods concerning death of his son. Family news.","Wants first refusal of Captina property.","Needs to borrow money from North Western Bank.","Wants to buy a lot.","Sympathy in death of Thomas Woods and Emily Woods.","Wants to rent Captina property.","Will raise frame of mill June 12.","Lost horse in coal pit.Visited Pittsburgh.","Questions concerning stock in Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Needs flour.","Sympathy in death of Thomas and Emily Woods. Has paid tax on Thomas' land. Indian problems.","Terms he will buy house and lot on.","Cannot find material in Eugenius Wilson's papers concerning lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns dispute over sale of lots. Offers five hundred dollars for house and lot.","Asks about money for service due (War of 1812?) Black Hawk War causing hard times.","Notice to Woods that he must fill two lots with gravel because of standing water.","Okey's brother needs $100. Thinks Gutherie will do right thing.","Settlement of a lease.","David Ramsay doesn't intend to pay back money. Mentions casualties in Black Hawk War.","Asks indulgence on debt.","Wants to meet with Woods to reach agreement on land dispute.","Defends action of the congregaton for the support of the minister.","Scope and Contents Also lists directors.","John R. Hall needs loan for $250. Can obtain if Paull or Woods endorses for him. Paull does not endorse for anyone but recommends Hall to Woods.","Disappointed Woods did not meet with him. Offers to meet again to try to settle dispute.","Sends court date. Gutherie has bought back Headley's house and lot.","Understands Woods wants to sell tavern occupied by King. Asks terms.","Wants $16,000 for Wheeling House run by King.","Has advertised Woods' land for sale. Is candidate for state senate.","Would like to buy property from Woods if Guthrie relinquishes his claim.","Will be ready to go to Indiana with Hamilton Woods.","Samuel Atkinsonhas entered security double sum of our attachment. A writ of replevin? has issued against Woods to cause attached property to be returned.","Mr. Brighem is willing to teach Ann Eliza Woods.","Declines office as bank guard.","Details captures of two persons alleged to have robbed bank in Wheeling.","Can not get an answer from Guthrie about his meeting with Woods.","Unable to obtain loan from U.S. Bank because of uncertainty of the renewal of the charter. Will try further.","Legal advice regarding dispute with Samuel H. Gutherie.","Will meet with Peck. Would like for Col. Archibald Woods to be present.","Information concerning Woods' dispute with Samuel H. Guthrie.","Judge Hallock has allowed the injunction.","Proposes a settlement.","Legal steps he has taken in Woods' dispute with Gutherie.","Discusses various candidates for Congress.","Will convey deed to Eller.","Recommends ? Whitcomb for tending to Woods' land business. News of the legislature.","Needs to settle accounts. Buchannon ought to have been sued.","Does not have legal papers. Will try to accomplish payment of notes.","? Ray will attend court to prove will of Eugenius Wilson. Has not sent list of debts due to estate. Woods may have to give bond as executor. Will collect fees due Wilson.","Scope and Contents Notifies Floyd that Northwestern Bank of Virginia has been robbed. Includes Archibald Woods concerning a levy for a court house in Ohio County, West Virginia","Explains his role in the removal of Woods as a state director in the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Explains circumstances surrounding Woods' removal as state director in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Inquires about rental of farm. Apologizes for incident of previous year.","Asks permission to live on one acre of Woods' land.","Concerning Leffler's chances for election to Congress and the election of directors to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Have gained a most significant victory in the lower house over the Virginia nullifiers. Defeated by one vote. We shall either run Tyler or McCoy for the Senate...we shall not likely rally? Tyler. The west and middle regions are well organized and we can elect him to a certainty.., resolved to put down these southern notions. In Virginia much is to be done in the election of a senator. Rives is with us and if we get Tyler we are safe, at the request of several western members on Thursday last I addressed a letter to Tyler, to know his sentiments on secession and nullification. This evening I send his answer. Gives defense on appointment of directors to Northwestern Bank. Determined about spring election.","Possibilities for election to Congress.","Chances for election.","Family news. Concerned about his health. Questions about a debt and education of children.","Taking depositions to prove military service.","Would like to take a house he is building for Woods.","Terms for an agreement on land to avoid a lawsuit. Includes notes concerning Archibald Woods' terms of settlement with Joseph McCoy.","Candidacy for Congress.","Dispute with Archibald Woods.","Has application to buy Woods' land.","Guthrie cannot prepare himself to fulfill compromise offered.","Asks for copy of patent. Received $26,500 in part of money stolen from Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Lists candidates for Congress. Includes John McLure to Archibald Woods. Needs evidence to secure copy of a patent.","Has concluded to take Powhatan Place at Captina.","Will endorse a note for William B. King on certain conditions.","Asks that Woods make deed to Martha (Woods) Knox.","Thinks Woods need not fear any great difficulty with Guthrie. Equalizing board sits in June.","Sold Woods' land in Vigo County to Chauncey Rose. Thomas Woods' land has been sold for taxes. County in distressed situation for want of money. Failure of crops last two years.","Prospects for election to Congress.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Information on Samuel H. Gutherie's business. Gave Woodman notice to settle note.","Request to borrow money.","Asks Woods to attend to note.","Needs to meet with Woods.","Arrangements for settling with Woods.","Recommends individuals as magistrates and opposes Nicholas Wykert.","Asks for money due under Eugenius Wilson's will.","Lost horse in coal pit. Family news, (Letter is begun by Louisa ?)","Mr. Grafton and Mr. King have closed their bargain. Sends reports of board of health, \"I have this morning seen Doctor Houston an he informs that he has not heard of any new cases today.\"","Have not brought money to Wheeling because of fear of the cholera Gutherie is selling land.","Sylvia or Silvia ? left at house of John F. Clarke. Things left by Mr. Paull. Encloses reports of Board of Health. \"The ... sickness with two exceptions is confined to the immediate neighborhood of McConnell's old tan yard. I am informed that the old vats is full of water and all kinds of filth \u0026 that they have been in that situation for the last two years.\"","Scope and Contents Mary Woods to mother Mrs. Anne Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia Received letter from Dr. Houston. Trusts her Ann is obedient. Mr. Laurie preached his trial sermon.","Mr. Ruggles and wife deeded lot to Gutherie. People are frightened of cholera. \"If anyone dies in this neighborhood \u0026 we have had a number of deaths, the person is rolled up in his bed, \u0026 bedclothes \u0026 his own clothes tumbled into a rough box, as soon as dead, \u0026 immediately buried.\" Guthrie will deed lots to Woods.","Asks about distraining (detaining personal property for security of a debt) a wheat crop. Includes Jacob answering Woods questions.","Report on tending to Woods' land. Includes account of Woods with Feeny.","Wishes to borrow six hundred dollars. Father will give deed of trust on property in Hagerstown, Maryland.","Describes trips to White Sulphur Springs and Salt Sulphur Springs.","Asks to borrow fifty dollars.","Letter of recommendation for N. Osburne as a tavern keeper.","Osburn keeps a first-rate tavern.","Will build mill wheel for two dollars and fifty cents per foot.","Samuel Sprigg and Archibald Woods be appointed a Committee to settle with Henry Sockman for rent of Know Hon Farm,","Concerns terms of rental of stores and warehouse at Powhatan.","Answer to inquiries about North Western Bank of Virginia.","Request to borrow two thousand dollars from Wheeling Bank.","Progress on building of grist mill.","Payment by ? Rose for Woods' property is in hands of Warren \u0026 Co., to Terra Haute. Much sickness, few cases of cholera.","William Crawford's house and lot were not sold, but an empty lot between his house and Randolph Tavern was sold, as was his farm.","Concern over accident involving Ann (Poage) Woods Washington, and Franklin Woods?","Encloses mothers' receipt for money lent her by Woods.","Jackson \"goes full tilt against the bank.\"","Wants to know if bank robbers are caught.","National Road Stage has incurred extra expense in fulfilling mail contract. Asks compensation.","Wants to rent house for grocery at Powhatan Point. Asks Woods advice.","Has applicants for Thomas Woods' heirs' land.","Committee report on courthouse is unfavorable. May be reversed and brought before House Of Delegates. Will present memorial concerning Northwestern Bank. Floyd promised appointment but he and Council are not speaking. Large meeting in Richmond concerning deposits. Benjamin Watkins Leigh spoke.","Woods to vote for him.","Concerns sale of land for taxes.","Encloses memorials. Thomas Hart Benton is \"pouring out vials of his wrath upon Clay and the bank.\"","Trip to Washington. Heard Calhoun speak. Description of city.","Terms prospective tenant would like for leasing land. Opinion on land.","Heard William Cabell Rives deliver speech on removal of deposits.","Courthouse questions to be brought up any day. Private committee recommended division of county.","Send form for Woods' release mortgages by Guthrie.","Recommends William H. McNabb for loan with a lot as security. Includes William H. McNabb stating that he will mortgage lot with a lot nearly owned.","Promises not to cut any timber contrary to Woods' wishes.","Lots sold by Samuel H. Gutherie to the Methodist Episcopal Church.","Desires to sell stock in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Cannot pay money owed.","Excuse for not paying note.","Handling the rental of Woods' house for him.","Called on General Breckenridge and found he was dead. Called on nephew and heir James D. Breckenridge.","Pecuniary embarrassments of this section of the county. Sent copy of a of bill of legislature chartering bank and branches.","Letter. Buying flour.","James Moore will do surveying.","Resignation as President and Director.","Binnager needs indulgence on money owed Woods for land. Vouches for him.","Has two yokes for oxen for sale and a horse.","Desires to borrow money from bank.","Offer to rent a house, steam mill etc. for a lumberyard.","Relays information from ? Rose concerning payment of a note. Commissioners authorized to negotiate the loan for our state bank and branches.","Payment on note and harsh policies of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Wants to have bank board convened to discount notes.","Unable to pay note.","Got judgment and execution against Fogle but no property could be found and Fogle died. Asks if son Thomas' land on Raccoon Creek could be leased. H. F. Feeny redeemed it. Some cases of cholera. James? Seaman ill. Jacksonian politics.","Market for slaves and horses.","Showed Woods' lands to ? Scott. Will tend to taxes.","Has offered to buy land belonging to Thomas Woods' heirs.","Asks Woods to be pallbearer.","Daniel Steenrod wants to keep place five years longer if Woods will build stable and house or fix old one.","Sends check.","Confirms death of addressee's mother. Words of religious consolation.","Notifies him of money still due by estate of Eugenius Wilson. Includes receipt of Thomas P. Ray, surviving executor of Nimrod Evans to Archibald Woods.","David Lively wishes to rent Woods' tavern.","Does not think Woods is liable on special warrantee deed to Jacob Ash. Wilson outlines his prospects for election. Measles prevail.","Ready to start boat.","Concerns gathering signatures.","Needs to borrow money from Woods to pay off note at Bank if it cannot be renewed.","Will send money by safe opportunity. Has offer for lands owned by heirs of Thomas Woods.","Terms they will take Woods house and lot.","Notice that premium is due.","Offer for Woods house has been made by Jo. Driggs.","Asks Jacobs what he has done with note in his hands.","Revival of religion.","Scope and Contents Planned trip to New Orleans and Nashville for health. Includes Mary Woods, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Ann (Poage) Woods. Ann's health and proposed trip.","To capture slave, Jefferson.","Ann Eliza Wilson wants to take trip south for three months to restore health. Philip Syng Physick of Philadelphia agrees with remedy. McNeely wants to buy land.","Request to borrow money from the Bank.","Concurs in opinion that hill land should be sold. Has sold other land.","Mrs. Woods is willing to sell any property you think proper. Bought Ann a piano. For Mrs. McKee's and Ann's health will take trip.","Recounts trip from Pittsburgh. Sends message to her children. Includes Ann Eliza Woods to Archibald Woods. Includes John McKee to Mrs. Brison.","Asks Peck to tell Samuel H. Guthrie that he will be at Woodsfield to collect money.","For Sternrod to rent a field for two more years.","Scope and Contents For Landers to sell to Woods a lot in Steinersville, Belmont County. Includes affidavit of Benjamin Cole recorded by William Tailman.","Explains his position regarding his proposal that an inquiry be made as to the propriety of amending the charter of the Merchants \u0026 Mechanicks bank as to provide for the reception of the capital which the North Western Bank is required to furnish the branch in Morgantown.","Business is good. Will close up partnership. Has tended to business for Woods in trying to collect money.","Anonymous letter giving Woods advice concerning his tavern.","Progress on collecting from the Smiths.","Reports progress in collecting money. Unable to collect from Samuel H. Guthrie.","Needs to borrow money.","Catherine Wood is to marry. Mr. Thomson wants to start a school.","Protest construction of houses McLure is building.","Wants to rent at Powhatan Point.","States Woods' taxes are all right. Includes Samuel H. Guthrie to Archibald Woods, 1837 December 27 stating he obtained letter from Mason.","Desires to rent tavern stand.","Arrangement for Archibald Woods to obtain a house.","Needs to borrow one thousand dollars.","Trying to sell his land to purchase land from Woods.","Notifies of need to pay premium.","Wants to rent farm to start a dairy.","Proposed to lease corner of Monroe and Main Street.","Paying out of money. Invitation to dinner.","Has sold land for Woods and disposed of his own property. Now hopes to make deal for Woods' Indiana land.","Requests Woods to attend case as a witness.","Wants privilege of burning lime in kiln.","Notification of date of Seaman case.","Drawn on him for three thousand dollars. \"Houma?\" arrived here but demanded cargo when ran against the bank.","Wants to rent property.","Is paying ? King's rent.","Will meet him to pay money due.","Signed by H. D. Brown.","Sam Jones has not been here for six weeks. No proceeding for him.","Recommendation of bearer of letter to be a tenant.","Received letter. Expects money at next court.","Mr. Lively has made bar room a warehouse for the German population.","Tenant wants to rent place again. Has fulfilled lease. Okey wants to buy it. Wants advice on buying a small place for son.","Has tended to Hynes business.","Terms he would offer for lot and what building he would put up.","Asks help to get notes discounted.","Asks condition of wife's (Mrs. Carr) land and what it could be sold for.","Unable to locate 12 acre tract in section 14. Tax record for section 2 and 8. Perhaps bring suit against James Elliot, present claimant. Includes Benjamin S. Cowens to Archibald Woods giving legal advice.","Desires to buy wood from Woods by cutting up trees that have fallen.","Asks Lively to move away.","Woods said his proposition was unreasonable, complained of charge for work and was cross. Desires his patronage. Will make counteroffer to build house.","Needs notes if Woods sued Guthrie.","Mrs. Francis needs advice settling up husband's affairs.","Men working on dam are taking stone from bank of river.","Wishes to purchase land.","Sale of property of Zacheus Francis, deceased, will take place.","Ready to move when Woods brings money.","Finds taxes unpaid on a portion of Woods' land.","Money is ready to be paid for two notes assigned Woods from Mr. Stream? Needs names for other notes.","Woods' fire insurance premium on the Virginia Hotel is due.","Application for stock has been declined.","Needs to appoint someone in place of Daniel Steinrod.","Unable to meet others but will agree to settlement.","Encloses receipt for taxes.","Expects to leave two hundred thousand dollars with Mr. Woodruff. Needs to borrow $1000 from bank.","Asks Woods to keep house for him he now lives in as \"I have a Jurnaman (German?) to put in it.\" Will give him the lease for the Seaman house.","Unable to collect money. Resumption of specie payments has resulted in any discounting of notes. Has purchased a small interest in Ritchietown to secure money owed him by John? McKee.","Enclosed letter on taxes on land belonging to son's heirs in Parke which have not been paid.","Will take place at four dollars per acre.","Form of authorization for Peck to release mortgage from Samuel H. Guthrie to Woods.","Cannot move to Woods' property on Captina.","Considers matter on Woods' part vexatious and ungenerous. Had no other interest in the lease other than promoting the best interest of the house for the sake of the stage lines. Any proceeding instituted by Woods will be followed by removal of the stages from the house.","Moves of various people.","Has sued Guthrie on behalf of Woods. Told Woods has idea of sending granddaughter to school at St. Clairsville. Recommends it.","Request for Woods to come and settle the amount of the estate that Zacheus Francis owes him.","Concerning a coal mine.","Will extend bond of Mr. Cole.","Thinks Harrison will win.","Protest of $250 draft has caused distress. Counting on money for college. Mary has never gotten part of estate. McKee is guardian for boys. Family has not lived with him for 8 or 9 years.","James Paull has paid protested draft.","Wishes to buy land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Questions concerning will of John H. Schwop.","Astonished to receive bill from Woods for stone. Thought commissioners for securing bank at Hog Run Bridge could get stone. Will have stone valued according to law.","Scope and Contents Received letter relative to Post Office at Powhatan Point. H. Cowen was unwilling to join objection but will not encourage removal to Steinersville. Would like opinion on Exchequer Plan of Secretary of Treasury.","Scope and Contents Husband relieved from pecuniary embarrassment by his brother. Sorry Grandma's health feeble. Hopes income from town property will support brothers at college. \"There are but few persons over seventy who can exhibit the same acturty as yourself and Grandma Brison.\"","Renewed 1843 April 1 and 1844 April 1.","Scope and Contents Situation is bad there but better on a farm. Alarmed that Theodire had to cease from study. Gives information on a family member who is evil. Includes note of James ?","For a farm for three years. Lease terminated after one year.","Recorded by James D. Morris.","Concerns North Western Bank of Virginia.","Has rented Archibald Woods' mill. Needs repair. Asks Bucher to repair it.","Encouraging Woods to attend a meeting.","Mr. ? has lumber and is commencing work. Will show Woods' mason the quarry.","Request to borrow one hundred dollars.","To do work on Woods' two mills.","Has received letters stating that neighbors are disgusted with him and taking their wheat elsewhere. Defends himself.","Scope and Contents Arrangements for his return. Mrs. Woods sick but recovered.","Directions for masons who are to build wall under the tobacco house.","William Allen cannot build foundation for stable but would haul stone.","By order of city council, calls meeting of \"trustees of Wheeling Lancastrian Academy.\"","Mills needs new bolting cloths.","Would like to rent store room.","Encourages Woods to keep Thomson as miller. Exhorts Woods to lose no time in making peace with God.","Will probably move.","Would like to get coal from Big Run. Mason is building foundation under stable.","Buying land from men who are unable to pay money down. Would be accommodation to us to get a further loan of $500.","Trip to extend acquaintance with country, merchants \u0026 collecting, representing Wilson and Brother. Dancing and hunting. Has seen prairie on Fire. Will pass through villages of Shawnees \u0026 Delawares. \"Remember me to all of the black folks.\"","Issued by Alexander T. Laidley, Clerk.","Has searched for survey lines.","Concluded to let Elias Hafer have place where Darrah lives because doubt that Darrah can make improvement he desires.","Has placed upon one of the doors of the Bank vault one of Jones Patent Combination Locks.","Trip to collect. Left Messrs Wilson and is with Messrs. Abbot \u0026 Peake. \"What does Betty Rose call her baby. No one has told me that she has one but I know that no gal that looks like her \u0026 of her make could be married a year \u0026 not have one.\" Asks to be remembered to many people including \"the black folks.\"","Asks McKinley to collect for him. Will proceed against Wingrove.","Recommends lock made by H. C. Jones of Newark, New Jersey.","To appear in Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery to answer a bill in chancery exhibited against them by Henry Swertzer. Issued by Alexander T. Laidley.","Severe heat in St. Louis. Asks to be remembered to many people.","Wants to go into business with S. H. Peake. Needs money to do so. Includes letter, 1846 December 24.","Scope and Contents Death of ? Briscoe, their bookkeeper who was from Loudoun County, Virginia","Wants her to visit. Family news.","Likes her picture. Has not courted Marion Clarkson. Remember him to various people.","Describes her sickness (during a pregnancy).","Trip to St. Louis. Boarding. Will keep promise on temperance.","Interest in Mollie Wilson. News from John Baker and Cooper?, Reading life of Swedenbourg.","Expects to visit her too next week.","Mother unable to make trip as roads are bad. Outlines his route.","Christmas celebration at the school. Describes teaching.","Encourages students to \"Waveland.\"","Rosa Harrison is dead of scarlet fever which is raging. Describes Christmas and mention of Easter.","Concern over sister's health. Cooper is determined to be a Christian.","Scope and Contents Poem and sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan. N. L. Peyton, to Mrs. William Ann R. Morgan, \"Waveland,\" Fauquier County, Virginia, undated. Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Recovering from typhoid fever. John B. has job in furnishings store. Was 21 on April 21.","Resolved to be Christian. Cholera epidemic.","Description of fire which burned 23 boats and then spread to building. ? Peake and John Baker have cholera.","Has been ill. Cholera epidemic. ? Peake \u0026 A. Cooper Baker sick.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker of cholera. Will probably leave along with Will and John.","Sympathy letter on death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker and cholera epidemic.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker. Business. Cholera epidemic.","William W. Baker will not leave St. Louis. S. H. Peake will send statement of business of Peake \u0026 Baker.","Account of cholera epidemic. Death of minister perhaps from visiting the sick.","No decision on partnership with S. H. Peake.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.Boarding at Scott's Hotel. They are Wheeling people.","Tombstone inscription for grave of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Desired to make money. \"I must go out on the levee to work and therefore must close.\"","Temperature day before was 8 degrees below zero. Baker Murray is to marry Mrs. Watts, a Catholic who keeps a boarding house. Controversy in St. Louis over lectures of ? Leaky who is \"reformed\" monk.","Wants to go to California. Change of climate, friends going, and uncertainty of S. H. Peake's business plans. \"I do not think of going to California to dig gold....\"","Has asthma. Will have wagon, six mules, three Indian ponies, rifle, pair pistols, two large knifes knives and blankets for trip to California. Includes W.W. Baker, St. Louis. Mo., to Sister. Move to California.","Received answer to telegram. Answer \"William W. Baker arrived here this morning. Will leave for home on first boat. Health is bad.\" Glad he had not left for California.","William W. Bakerhas recruited enough strength to travel home,","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerns a debt, a fire, and a lease. Regrets being unable to give daughter money for wedding.","Regrets Edgar has left home. Lists problems at home. pages. Includes, letter, ? to Edgar Woods.","Maggie Hamilton not expected to live. Sudden death of delirium tremens of A Mel lam? the portrait painter.","Misses him while he is away at College.","Has been visited by Mrs. Faulkner and Mrs. Conrad. Town and religious news of Winchester.","To convey land in Missouri. Witnessed by P.L. Edwards. Recorded by Samuel Caldwell.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Death and funeral of J. Zehner, professor of math at Burlington College.","Death of their mother.","Account of the death of Ann Cooper's mother and aunt from cholera. Father is ill. Unsure if he has cholera. Includes, newspaper clipping concerning cholera deaths.","Scope and Contents Sympathy in death of her mother. Includes,Samuel C. Baker, Martinsburg, West Virginia, to sister Mrs. Ann R. Morgan, concerning illness of their father.","Concerns death of Mrs. Ann R. Morgan's mother and illness of her father.","Death of Mrs. Morgan's mother and aunt from cholera.","Signed by John McCulloch.","Letter of sympathy for death of Mrs. Morgan's mother.","Signed by E. H. Caldwell.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by Alonzo Loring.","Signed by John Henry McKee who has power of attorney. Bears affidavit of Thomas E. Thompson and recorded by Samuel E. Caldwell.","Signed by E.M. Caldwell.","Sympathy letter in death of Mrs. Morgan's husband.","14 items. Includes of Elijah McClanahan to Woods; Daniel Sheffey to Woods; Andrew Hamilton to Woods, copy of decision to stay execution; bond; and accounts.","Concerning the division of land purchased by the petitioners from patentees granted land by virtue of service in the French and Indian War.","Orders brandy.","Orders Indian mail.","Will take possession of house. Canal is out of fix so will not be able to get things from Alexandria.","Not able to get furniture because canal is broken.","Wants to know if he can rent place again.","Asks Woods to take charge of renting and improving his land. Asks Woods to pass any offers to sell along to him. His post offices are Chillicothe, Ohio; St. Francisville, Louisiana, \u0026 New Orleans.","Sends Croton oil. Go to camp meeting tomorrow. Asks to borrow lace shawl. Other requests.","Glad to hear friends are well. Health slowly improving. Applied money received from Mr. Worth to credit of account with Company.","Price of land near Danville and Lexington is twenty shillings per acre. Brought suit against Pollard for band. Includes manuscript of Archibald Woods? concerning notes on religion.","Unable to send certificate. Try to get fifty pounds from ? Kilbreath.","Asks if road is open from ? to Wheeling.","Wants to move shop close to river.","Decree is absolute unless Clark perfects appeal by entering security. Will give no opinion on a compromise. Other legal advice.","Requested Franklin Woods to copy portion of bill of complaint in Woods v. Chapline.","Telling Woods to reassure the slave that is to be traded to him William Croghan for land, that he William Croghan only wants him the slave as a coachman \"you may assure him if he be a faithful servant I will make him a kind master--\"","Asks that servant to be given in exchange for land on Hog Run be ready to be picked up.","Send survey by John Scott.","? Russell called on him for note against Samuel Hudson. There is judgment against Woods for costs.","He and ? Poerm? will take land.","Would like to rent farm.","Has declined doing anything with Smith. Two hundred and seventy dollars will cover amount.","Asks Woods to wait until October for money.","Unable to collect money for Woods.","Wishes to borrow $500 from North Western Bank of Virginia.","Scope and Contents Think election will be between Jackson and himself. Asks Woods to \"personate\" himself at the election. \"Pray do not let the revolutionists out general you at a time when danger appears to be so near to hand...\"","1 page. Autograph Letter Signed. Because of infirmness, he submits his resignation as commandant of Company.","Questions about location of tract of land.","Bring deed. Will not fly from bargain.","Wrote A.D. Clarke \u0026 requested him to settle account with Woods. Settle note to bank endorsed by R. Simms suit.","Letter of resignation as bank director which Woods is to hold and use if he wishes.","Let bearer have horses Woods is lending and send advertisement for horse Woods has lost.","Concerns salt, sugar, wheat, rent due by Mallory, accounts due, and the rent of property at Captina.","Asks Woods to help her brother David McClure to estimate value of land she wishes to sell.","Requests for Woods to attend to by drawing money from Auditor of Pubic Accounts and bring back McClures' appointment as Inspector.","If he does not return in time, ask Col. Woods? or George Washington Wilson to remit money to Mr. Clark.","Requests Woods to attend a Board meeting.","Horse sent back belongs to Alexander Caldwell.","Introduces ? Jackson, a tanner who wishes to buy a lot.","Questions about navigation of Elk and Ohio Rivers.","Woods and Wilson are commissioners along with Jonathan Buckanon , Josiah Morgan, David McClure to locate a road from Cummins's Mill to Wheeling.","Asks that money due her be paid.","Power of attorney has been obtained from President of Literary Fund authorizing the subscription of $50,000 of North Western Bank of Virginia stock at Wellsburgh. Application will be made to Board of Directors to open books. Recommends it.","Asks Woods to come get his wheat.","Put a note in for Curtis \u0026 Co. for discount.","Offers service in locating warrants.","Under guard as a deserter. Defends himself.","Mother has 100 bushels of wheat to grind.","Desires to lease property.","Procured letter from Alpheus Willson for Woods to see concerning directors of North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Alpheus P. Wilison to John Tyler concerning appointments of directors of North Western Bank of Virginia.","Requests Woods to write ? Jacobs and bring patents with him.","Invitation. Glad ? is Congressional candidate.","Soldiers must bring public arms to batallion muster for inspection. \"Whatever thoughts you or I had of resigning (as I most seriously had) it cannot it will not now do to resign until the storm is over;...\"","Has received orders to march to Point Pleasant.","Concerning the location of a road (possibly the Cumberland Road.)","To inquire regarding the payment to taxes. Woods is also to call on General Breckenridge.","Asks Governor to confer with President of United States to request protection from Indians. Also signed by Charles WellsJohn Dant, John Davis, Hezekiah Davison,J ohn Haymond, Cornelius Bogard, John Haddan, William Morrez?, W.H. Cavendish, and H. Caperton.","Asks Ruggles to intervene in legislation.","Signed by Jacob Lee.","Needs new deed from Croghan's father to be recorded in the County where the land is.","Concerns lawsuit of J. Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns Bank of United States. If it is granted a charter, Woods suggests alterations and amendments to it.","Asks Barber to send messenger to deliver legal notice to Stephen R. Wilson.","Proposal to trade land.","Concerns lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods; and the appointment of state directors to the Board of the North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Archibald Woods to ?. Concerns establishment of post office at Capteena.","Elijah Woods failed on his part of agreement to explore or locate warrants.","Wishes to make a settlement by purchasing slaves. Wants young ones not in habit of running away. \"...those of a contrary disposition are however often the best slaves but situated as we are in this County between... Pennsylvania \u0026 Ohio...and where slavery is much ridiculed, any Negro of an enterprising disposition and forward in their Manners are almost certain to go into one or the other states or down the Ohio;...\"","Religious ideas.","Concerns sale of lots.","Mr. Weaver declines to purchase house because wife wants to quit business of keeping a public house.","Asks for information from the city.","Mr. Hinds has agreed with M. Clark for oxen. Will accept your offer for his tract of land.","Includes plats on verso of Maddison's or John Mitchel's land.","Includes estimate of damages sustained by Archibald Woods in consequence of lease given by Richard Yates to James Fulton, blank notes for North Western Bank of Virginia, instructions for inquiring at Land Office in Kentucky, instructions to take paper back to broker and get paper of Miami Exporting Company, poem (Lines supposed to be written at Genoa), deposition concerning a land dispute between Samuel Todd and the executors of Andrew Woods, Instructions for formation on parade ground and for inspection of sentinels by officer of the day, (circa 1812), Alexander? Caldwell to Archibald Woods (wants to borrow shovels), parody of a candidate's speech, Robert Poage to Archibald Woods, petition to Virginia Governor to ask for protection for frontiers from Federal Government, vote for governor of Pennsylvania in four counties, and formula for sheep-dip.","Correspondents include George W. Bailey, William C. P. Breckinridge, S. L. Brown, Mrs. S. T. Cook, T. Gallaher, Louisa A. Kemper, George A. Paull, A. J. Poag, C. C. Poage, Charles M. Poage, G. H. Poage, George B. Poage, J. C. Poage, M. Annie Poage, S. C. Poage, Thomas K. Poage, J. N. Powers, Margaret Sisson, Andrew W. 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The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","This collection is arranged chronologically by date.","A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. ","Administrative History: A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling.","A Federalist, Woods served in the Virginia House of Delegates and was a member of the Virginia Convention of 1788. He briefly served in the Revolutionary War and later was an officer of the Virginia militia, attaining the rank of colonel before resigning in 1816. Woods was president and a director of the North Western Bank of Virginia. He owned a flour mill, traded whiskey and leased out land. One of the founders of Woodsfield, Ohio, Woods was a land speculator in the military warrant land in the Northwest Territory and bought public land in Ohio and Indiana in addition to having extensive holdings in West Virginia. He was also either a principal or involved in some way with lawsuits to either settle land disputes or to collect money. He promoted the building the Cumberland Road which passed through Wheeling. Further information about this individual or organization may be available in the Special Collections Research Center Wiki: ","Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00093.frame","Papers, chiefly 1783-1846, of Archibald Woods of Ohio County, West Virginia. The papers concern his family, the Poage family, and the Houston family, as well as his business dealings. Correspondents include Levi Barber, Daniel Call, Philip Doddridge, Chapman Johnson, Henry Lee, James Pindall, Benjamin Ruggles, Daniel Sheffey and John Tyler, Edgar Campbell Wilson, George Washington Wilson and Thomas Wilson. Subjects dealt with in the collection include banking, cholera, the Cumberland Road, land speculation, pioneer life near Wheeling, West Virginia and in Kentucky and Indiana, formation of and early days in Belmont and Monroe counties, Ohio (including the founding of Woodsfield, Ohio), the Northwest Territory, Indians of North America, family life, marriage and courtship, Virginia militia during peacetime and in the War of 1812, Ohio politics, sale of slaves and the Whiskey Rebellion. There are also letters of members of the Baker and Morgan families of Fauquier County, Virginia and Wheeling, West Virginia which concern life in St. Louis, Missouri during the 1840's.","Addition to folder 1482:  December 31, 1824 letter from Z. Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia to Archibald Woods regarding moving the College of William and Mary to Richmond.","Offering his military warrant and pay for service in the U.S. Continental Army in lieu of money owed Woods. Witnessed by Andrew Woods and Alley ? McKee. Affidavit by Ebenezar Lane.","Concerning land to be located and patented by military warrants and divided between the two men.","Scope and Contents Bill of sale to Martha Woods, Botetourt County, Virginia 1 Negro girl.","Concerning money and land.","Scope and Contents Concerning land purchased from the military claims of James Ludlow, James Letort and Andrew Fowler who served in \"the old Virginia Regiment under Governour Dinwiddie's Proclamation.\"","Concerning land on the Kanawha River.","Nevill was attorney for William Croghan. Witnessed by John Beaver and ? Heth.","Scope and Contents Concerning agreement with Archibald Woods. Including agreement between Kerr and Woods, 1786 November 6.","Concerning a list of land and people which was prepared for the auditor.","Concerning horses. Including note concerning equipment and uniforms for those who join a calvary company.","Concerning a trip to Richmond.","Mentions bonds and the postponement of a trip to Ohio County. Including undated note by an unidentified person concerning genealogical matters.","Including note, March 1790, of Johnson with Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning 1000 acres of land in West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning the locating and surveying of land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Asking for help in fighting the Indians and outlining a plan.","For 2 slaves, a boy named Littleton and a girl named Pink.","They were trustees to establish an academy in either Monongalia, Ohio, Harrison or Randolph counties.","Concerning a petition to have a ferry across the Ohio River at Short Creek signed by Nathaniel Coolman and John Vanmetre.","Concerning patents for 10,000 acres of land. Including a petition concerning taxation.","Concerning Indians, land taxes owed by ? Todd, land dispute between ? Carper and ? Moor Moore, treaty made by Arthur St. Clair at Fort Harmar with Indians.","Concerning land in Ohio County.","For a female slave named Phetis.","Concerning money owed to A. Kirkpatrick by Woods.","Scope and Contents To transfer 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to William McClandhan.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods' desire to purchase land. Says \"our politics are loose, vague, various, and uncertain.\" Advises Woods to not reject his mother's \"precepts because she is a female good sense is the result of a Sound mind which would as soon inhabit a female body as a male. There is no sex in souls.\"","For female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents To convey 400 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to McFarland.","Scope and Contents Mentions George Strickler concerning military warrant lands in West Virginia and Kentucky and the non-attendance of Andrew Woods and Archibald Woods as court jurors.","Asking Shepherd to give him preference if he decides to sell his mill and house. Including note of Bible verses in a different hand.","Scope and Contents Concerning Mitchell's land in Kentucky. Including, letter, John Lee, Hagerstown, Maryland, to Archibald? Woods.","Concerning Woods' misfortunes, religion, a dispute with ? Crawford and his baptism of Jenny St. Clair McCulloch.","Discusses a move to Kentucky, the death of John Crawford and William Wilson.","Describing Kentucky and Woods' contemplated move there.","Concerning land prices in Kentucky near Lexington and Danville.","Concerning Woods' possible move to Kentucky and the price of renting land there.","Concerning family news and Poage's opinion of Kentucky.","Concerning religion and family news.","Concerning Kentucky.","Mostly concerns religion and family news.","Discusses family and neighborhood news including the marriage of Polly Stuart to Ned Hall.","Discusses his business affairs and family news.","Telling Woods to be ready with his party of horses if he receives orders.","Scope and Contents Expressing concern over Indian threats to frontier. Thomas Poage has entered Presbytery as candidate for ministry. Discusses religion in Prince Edward and Charlotte. Cousin John Crawford is dead.","Scope and Contents Concerning his judicial circuit and news of mutual friends in Augusta and Rockbridge County, Virginia","Containing religious advice, and concerning the role of feelings in religion.","Concerning money.","For title to 355 acres of land . Including assign (witnessed by George Humphrey) of George Conner.","Probably concerning Archibald Woods.","Requesting that Woods take the deposition of David Harbinson as evidence in the lawsuit of Kelly vs. Wilson.","Concerns family news.","Scope and Contents To convey from Woods to Poage 100 acres of land in Botetourt County, Virginia? and memorandum of money borrowed form Archibald Woods by James Poage.","Scope and Contents Saying he has declared himself a candidate for the Virginia Senate and asking Woods' help.","Concerning rations for a militia company and Jackson's campaign for Congress.","Concerns a move to Kentucky by Cloyd.","Scope and Contents Concerning supplies.","Describing his school under Mr. Graham.","Scope and Contents Concerning his travels among the Presbyterian churches. Gives Woods advice.","Concerning a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Seat of government may be Lexington.","Requesting that Woods pay bearer money.","Scope and Contents Concerning the sale of hogs and corn. Including a petition concerning a ferry across the Ohio River","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerns division of Ohio County.","Concerning the division of Ohio County.","Concerning Indian threats.","Sending a muster roll and pay abstract for McMachan.","Concerning money Wilson is trying to collect for Woods.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Promising to furnish troops to the state from Ohio, Harrison, Monongalia, and Randolph counties, West Virginia","To furnish troops.","Scope and Contents Describing Indian activities, the difficulty of securing provisions because of Anthony Wayne's levies near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and possible Congressional candidates.","Concerning two companies of Rangers.","Concerning activities of and provisions for Ohio County Rangers and mentions Anthony Wayne.","Concerning McCleery's candidacy for U.S. Congress.","Scope and Contents To trade to Woods 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia in exchange for 461 acres of land in Kentucky and a female slave.","For a female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight, David McWilliams, Jacob Lusk and Hugh McGuire) from Richard Yeates, appointing John McInyre to act in conveying 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to Archibald Woods.","(Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Woods will convey 461 acres of land in Lincoln or Madison County, Kentucky to Yeates.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Yeates will convey 304 acres in Ohio County, to Woods.","Concerning the collection of money owed to Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning William Croghan, a proposed treaty with Indians, and relations with the British.","Concerning Indian threats to the frontier.","Scope and Contents Concerning a lawsuit and including a copy of a letter, 1793 March 27, from Thomas Duncan, Carlisle, Pa. to Messrs, Wallace and Kirkpatrick.","Concerning money owed by Woods to Yeates.","Concerning the altering of a deed from Woods to Jane Yeates instead of to Richard Yeates.","Concerning Cloyds' inability to sell his land in order to pay Woods for land bought from him.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Cloyd by Morris. Including letter from Archibald Woods to ? Dunlap concerning Woods' dissatisfaction with a horse he purchased from Dunlap.","oncerning payment of money owed to Woods for flour and whiskey.","Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower.","Concerning James Wood and militia.","Discussing the Transylvania Presbytery and concerning opening a store.","Scope and Contents Woods' land in Kentucky and a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Also mentions Richard Yeates.","Has a description of life in Kentucky and discusses the split in the Transylvania Presbytery between the followers of Adam Rankin and the rest of the Presbyterians.","Concerning provisions for the militia.","Concerning family news and religion.","Scope and Contents Concerning an execution against ? Wood and McConnell and other lawsuits.","Complaining that land in Kentucky bought from Woods is not located where Woods told him it was; questions quality of the land and the female slave. Includes note from Lewis Marshall, 1793 August 26, concerning location of the land.","Concerning land Nichols is to sell.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods the contract for the supply of the volunteer militia in Monongalia District has been given to ? Wells instead of Woods.","Answering Yeates' complaints about land Woods sold him.","To set up a company to sell land northwest of the Ohio River (i.e. the Northwest Territory).","Concerning dispute between Woods and Richard Yeates over land and chastising Woods for his letter to his mother, Martha (Poage) Woods.","Concerns sending Woods money for frontier services.","Scope and Contents Concerning the militia and mentioning James Wood. Including account 1794 March 27.","Concerning having Woods survey land so that the plats can be sent to Richmond for patents.","Concerning the location of land sold to Yeates by Woods and the disposition of lawsuits being handled by Woods for Yeates.","Concerning his land dispute with Archibald Woods and warning about the Indians.","Scope and Contents Concerning land sold for William Croghan, possible war with England and Spain, and an embargo.","Requesting a promised present in return for her having acknowledged her right of dower.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower?, and a lawsuit.","Scope and Contents Recommending William Martinas paymaster for the militia and saying that individuals are injured by not getting their money.","Concerning land warrants.","Scope and Contents Requesting courses of survey. Includes, draft, Archibald Woods, to Henry Lee, expressing concern over Indian, British and Spanish affairs.","Concerning money owed by Chapline to Woods.","Scope and Contents Requesting Woods to tend to some legal business for Richard Yeates.","Concerning negotiations with Spain over navigation of the Mississippi.","Concerning family news.","Concerning money owed to Yeates by Woods and lawsuits.","To receive the interest on two loan office certificates.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Concerning politics?","That Brown will improve land by building cabins, in Northwest Territory.","For seven hundred dollars, a condition for purchase of a military warrant due Denniston and purchased by Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Whiskey Rebellion.","Scope and Contents Concerning the apprehension of David Bradford, William Sutherland, William McKinley, Robert Stephenson, John Moore, and James Marshall, participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Questions whether Biggs should attend the session of the General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Gives family news, mentions \"we are crowded with light horse men in our town that came in today,\" discusses religion.","Scope and Contents To appear as witnesses in the examination of William McKinley, one of the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Includes letter from Archibald Woods to McClure in response.","Scope and Contents Saying the justices of the peace had decided not to examine the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion \"on considering the situation of this County and the temper of the people ...as we are of the opinion it would have answered no valuable purpose, and our authority it would evidently appeared to us would have been treated with contempt.\"","Reminds him he is in a new place and under care of uncles. Remember Creator and avoid evil company.","Concerning land Woods wishes to buy.","Scope and Contents Saying he has seen a petition against the taking of land west of the Ohio Northwest Territory. Brown has finished building the cabins for Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning sending Andy (Andrew Woods, Jr.) to Woods.","She is disappointed her uncle will not be coming for a visit. Regrets she has not been as religious as she ought to be.","Scope and Contents That Archibald and Elijah Woods of Ohio County, Virginia West Virginia would survey a tract of land containing 100,000 acres in Kanawha County, West Virginia and Wilson would sell it.","Scope and Contents Concerning Wilson's selling of 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia?.","Wants Woods to help his divide land and sell it so that he can move his mother to Kentucky.","Asking her uncle's decision on moving to Kentucky.","Concerning his selling land.","Saying she may purchase his land.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods he has sold Woods' land to Robert Young of Alexandria Virginia with the assistance of Henry? Lee.","Concerning the selling of Woods' land.","Concerning lawsuits, and George Kelly.","Scope and Contents Concerning a petition to Congress and his expectation that Congress will open a land office on Northwest side of Ohio River.","Scope and Contents Tells his uncle that Mr. Willson (Thomas Wilson) says there is no caveat entered at Richmond and Wilson has seen a number of men interested in purchasing land.","Scope and Contents Concerning 60,000 acres of land. Mentions Henry? Lee.","Giving family news.","Assigning as attorney for George Slaughter, Slaughter's title to six entries of land of 400 acres in Ohio County received by military land warrant to William Harris. Witnessed by Andrew Woods, Jr.","Scope and Contents For part of the title to 604 acres of land in Mason County, West Virginia","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","The location of 30,000 acres of land and a description of same.","Concerning extending their concern in the lands in the Northwest Territory up to 300,000 acres.","Woods to share information about location of a salt spring in return for Ryerson purchasing about 5,000 acres of land around the spring in the Northwest Territory. Including memorandum of the approximate location of the salt spring.","For location of townships in the Northwest Territory.","For 21,000 acres of land in Ohio County.","To divide Woods' part of the land he obtains from his agreement with Thomas Ryerson concerning the salt spring and that McCulloch and Woods will also divide the land surrounding another salt spring McCulloch has discovered.","Scope and Contents Concerns Thomas Wilson, and the General Assembly. Tells Woods the act to establish a town at Wheeling, West Virginia passed, but the bill to divide Ohio County did not pass. Gives other legislative news.","Concerning a contract.","Concerning their land deals in the Northwest Territory.","For Lashley to lease Poage's land in return for clearing two acres.","Asking Woods to sell him his land in Kentucky if Woods is not going to live on it.","For Williams to lease land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning money he is collecting for Woods, and Henry Lee; and land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Questioning a land plat.","Rejecting Woods' offer for his land.","Concerning the position of creeks in a stretch of land; and military reservations.","Concerning his land purchases.","Asking Woods to attend to a legal dispute in return for one half the land in dispute if decided in Poage's favor.","Concerning the military land bill.","Concerning his proposed route.","Concerning military warrant land laws in Congress.","To convey two thirds of all lands recovered from military land warrants originally issued to William Harris and assigned to George Slaughter.","Concerning land deals.","Gives her sister family news and discusses religion.","Concerning military land warrants.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning land owed by Ross in the Northwest Territory and his explanation of a law pertaining to military land warrants.","Scope and Contents Making a proposal for his land on the Ohio River. Includes account.","Sending power of attorney to sell land claims.","Scope and Contents Concerning money; a trip to Richmond; the death of his son; and a proposed visit by William Wilson. Also concerns money paid ? McCleery; and lands of ? Symes which needs a title from Congress.","Saying he has no land to sell and that the Congress lands sold at public sale in New York in which Hopkins was the nominal purchaser, probably now belong to William Duer.","Concerning lands in the Northwest Territory and Woods and Martin trying to be appointed to help survey the military lands.","Scope and Contents Concerning taxes on land in Harrison and Ohio County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed by ? Wood.","Telling Woods that Benjamin Cooper has settled on land conveyed from Woods' mother to Yeates' daughter. Yeates is satisfied with his land and suggests Woods purchase land in Kentucky.","To survey and return plot and certificate for land in Ohio County. Witnessed by James Wilson and includes affidavit of William Trigg.","Gives family news and mentions military land.","Offering to sell Woods his \"mill place.\"","Scope and Contents Giving family news and telling Poage someone wishes to buy his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Concerns buying and selling land.","Concerning buying land.","Concerning buying land in Northwest Territory.","Describes water journey. Asks to have coat and horse sent.","Hoping that Woods con meet him in Morgantown.","Gives Woods an opinion he has gotten concerning patents.","Scope and Contents For 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Asking the recipient to inquire for William Hunley and ask him about a bond executed by Thomas McGeorge.","Concerning the death of their mother.","Concerning collection of money.","Concerning the collection of money.","Concerning the sale by Woods to Cloyd of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Concerning a legal dispute between ? Poage and an unidentified person over land title.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods Thomas Wilson has not arrived back in Morgantown and concerning Wilson's candidacy for Congress.","Scope and Contents Concerning Thomas Wilson's candidacy for Congress. Mentions Henry Lee.","Scope and Contents Concerning Henry Lee's debts and the illness of Lee's wife Ann Hill (Carter) Lee.","Concerning the conveyance of land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning money owed by Cloyd.","Concerning money owed to Yeates.","For them to patent land in the Northwest Territory in co-partnership.","To guarantee that Woods would convey to Conill land in Northwest Territory originally owned in co-partnership with Absalom Martin.","To divide land they purchased in co-partnership in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning Andrew Woods' business trip to Philadelphia.","Sends petitions by his son to Woods to be presented to the legislature. Wells is against the one for removing the seat of justice from Charleston. Lists what work has already been done there.","Sending a plat.","Requesting that Woods get land plats.","Discusses business of General Assembly and family affairs.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Archibald Woods by Henry Lee.","Stating he will send more information on the mission to France.","Listing terms upon which he will sell land.","Scope and Contents Concerning the lawsuit of Robert Poage v. Abraham Chapline, George Washington's declining to accept an appointment as a member of mission to France.","Requesting a warrant for military land. Expresses concern over Indians to west.","For one mare, one still and one yoke of oxen.","Giving family news.","Concerning an appointment Woods is requesting and the sale of land.","Concerning land in Kentucky they are interested in purchasing and selling.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to put three plats into the land office.","Asking Woods to get a land warrant from the Treasury land office.","Scope and Contents Concerns land business he is handling for Wilson, Mentions resolutions censuring Alien \u0026 Sedition Acts, petitions and the fact that the Court House stands at Wheeling.","Gives family news and discusses business.","Scope and Contents Defending passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts and discussing the bankruptcy bill.","Concerning money he is collecting for various individuals. Asks Woods to forward land patents to him. Asks Woods if he will run for General Assembly again.","For Watson to lease land in Ohio County.","For Ogden to lease twelve acres of land in Ohio County.","Of decisions at a court held March Term 1799.","Concerns building a house for Woods.","Gives family news.","To clean and fence twenty acres in the Territory in exchange for one hundred acres of land in Ohio County.","Concerning elections.","Telling Woods he is unable to pay him any money.","For Woods to sell to Moore and McClure 134 acres in the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to sell 300 acres to Tallman in Northwest Territory.","Requesting Woods' help in securing a place on the Council.","Ordering Woods to return arms.","Scope and Contents Discussing Randolph Academy. Gives family news and says Nehemiah? Creavens Cravens \"is crazy by this time.\"","He is unable to finish paying Woods for land.","Scope and Contents Asking him to come to Zac Sprigg's house to give depositions concerning a contested election for the General Assembly. Includes fragment, 1799 September 7, of a notice to Archibald Woods, Moses Shepherd, Zac Sprigg, George Moses and William Dement.","Discussing the transfer of a note for money owed by Woods from Breckinridge to George Cooper.","Chapline is unable to attend the muster. Orders Woods to command in his place.","Describing how survey is to be made out.","Tells Woods to make out certificate of survey to Henry Banks.","Discussing money and legal matters.","Scope and Contents Orders Woods to order a court martial for Lieutenant Thomas Gray on charges made by Captain Jacob Wetzel.","Expresses vehement opposition to Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.","On how to proceed with land business and military land warrants.","Request for flour.","Scope and Contents Concerning land in Kentucky sold to Richard Yeates.","Scope and Contents Concerning Benjamin Biggs, session of legislature and family news.","Asking for money Woods owes him.","Concerning 2,000 acres of land bought by Faw from Woods.","Attempts to tend to his uncle's business.","Concerning resolutions passed by opposition members of Virginia General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Concerns suing ? Payne for money owed Woods.","Location of Woods' warrants in the Northwest Territory.","Against letter by committee of opposition members of General Assembly.","Announcing Wilson's candidacy for the Virginia Senate.","Giving family news.","Scope and Contents Election returns for Monongalia County.","Concerning the execution of a writ.","For Low to lease the plantation (\"Greenfield\") on which Woods lives.","For Cravens and Tallman to build a house for Chapline.","Gives terms on which land in Northwest Territory is sold.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Making an offer for land.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning committee of Federalists and asking Federalists to vote.","Selling Woods a set of blacksmith's tools which are listed.","Scope and Contents Asking whether Henry? Lee ever surveyed the land Evans has laid a warrant on.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to give some money to George Poage and asking Woods if he is a candidate for Congress.","For Woods to sell 150 acres in the Northwest Territory to Eagleston.","Concerning a lawsuit between them.","Requesting title papers for John Poage and asking Woods to use his influence in preventing the removal of the district court.","Scope and Contents Vouching for William Tate who wishes to buy land in Ohio County for an inn or tavern?.","Thanking Woods for his offer to sell land to Cloyd at a reduced price.","Trying to find out when Woods will be going to the woods to survey.","Scope and Contents Informing Woods that ? Duvall had saved Woods' land from being sold for taxes and giving family news.","Giving family news.","Concerning a stolen horse.","Concerning the claim of Jacob Beason to land.","Asking Woods to pay taxes on McClenechan's land for him.","Criticizing Woods' dealings with him.","Encloses receipts for wheat and asks to be sent flour.","Demanding payment.","Wanting to buy land.","Concerning military land warrants and Robert Woods.","For Black to put a shingle roof on Woods' barn.","For Woods to lease Johnson and Hamblin land.","To take depositions in lawsuit of Robert Poage v. David Bradford in Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a lawsuit he is handling for Woods.","Concerning the location of land by military warrant.","Scope and Contents Concerning a court decision in High Court of Chancery in Woods? vs. Wilsonand Todd vs. executors of ? in Botetourt County Court.","States he has not moved yet, but there is a wagon road across the mountains to Fincastle. Is sending money owed to Woods but can not send all of it. Gives family news.","Scope and Contents Stating he will be going to Alexandria and Washington D.C. and will carry out business for Woods.","Telling about his crops and expressing Federalist sentiments.","Scope and Contents Concerns an injunction and money owed to Wilson. Included Polly Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods, giving family news.","Scope and Contents Requesting Ann (Poage) Woods' right of dower in land purchased from Woods by ? McNear.","Requesting deeds.","Announcing his intention to move.","Concerning David Yeates, a weaver.","Scope and Contents Concerning the deposition of Thomas Kenton in a land dispute and mentions Henry Lee.","Concerning a land dispute and the deposition of his mother Ann McGintry.","Includes memorandum, undated, concerning procedure in the lawsuit. Also includes memorandum, 1797 December 6, of Archibald Woods, concerning Abraham Chapline, legal advice, 1797 December 12, of Bushrod Washington; cover sheet, 1801 July 22 of L. Burfoot, sending letter of Daniel Call; and copy (made by P. Tinsley) of decree, 1805 September 28, of the Virginia Superior Court of Chancery in the lawsuit of Robert Poage vs. Abraham Chaplaine and David Bradford.","Concerning military land disputes.","Scope and Contents Concerns a lawsuit between ? McIntire and Archibald Woods and the debate in the General Assembly over the division of Kanawha County.","Concerning the Land Office bill. Deposition, 1802, of Archibald Woods in a land dispute.","For Woods to thirty-five acres to Hamblin and Witt. Hambler and Witt are to plant apple trees.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","For Woods to lease ninety acres of land to Dean. Dean is to take care of orchard.","Scope and Contents Concerning military land warrants. Asks if Whetsel Wetzel got his money \"for the Negro he sent down the River.\"","Scope and Contents Concerning Albert Gallatin and the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to lease to Johnson twenty-nine acres of land. Johnson is to take care of the fruit trees.","To change an agreement concerning the delivery of flour.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning land and the appointment of a magistrate.","Concerning the appointment of a magistrate.","Woods owes money for a subscription to Universal Gazette, a newspaper.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning land for Abraham Faw.","Ordering him to order all commissioned officers to meet at Wheeling for muster and training.","Creain is interested in purchasing land from Woods and Bowyer would like to rent some land.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Chapline. Includes William Gelaspie, Station Camp, Sumner County, Tenn. to Abraham Chapline, concerning money.","Scope and Contents Concerning ? Biggs' surveying.","Concerning the surveying of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to let Mark Jacobs live on land owned by Woods.","Requesting Woods to sell his land and it he has done so, to remit payments in pot metal.","Decides not to exchange land with Woods.","Has paid the tax on Woods' land to prevent sale for non-payment of taxes. Asks about worth of land he owns on Ohio River so he can sell or exchange it.","Giving news about his mill.","Concerning deed to land.","Thanking him for paying taxes on Woods' land.","Giving a description of Countyside. Joseph Woods is keeping a store. Gives price of flour.","Scope and Contents For Okey to lease thirty acres of land adjoining Captina Creek.","Concerning the milling of flour.","Concerning location of a salt spring and asking Woods to survey some land.","Offering to exchange some land with him.","Concerning a plot for David Hozack's land.","Concerning money owed to Woods for flour.","Concerning the location of a court house in Belmont, County, Ohio and land.","For Witt and Roberts to lease land in Belmont County, Ohio. Witt and Roberts are to preserve the orchard.","Concerning money owed Archibald Woods. Discusses the murder of an Indian trader.","Requesting planks.","Wanting to lease land from Woods.","Ordering him to order his battalion to report for training.","Is sending his wife to pay Woods.","Concerning a survey order.","Scope and Contents Concerning her arrival and health and Jane ?.","Concerning politics in Mississippi, French in New Orleans and price of goods in Natchez.","Scope and Contents Concerning the settlement of a debt between Spencer and Samuel Biddle.","Mentioning his poverty.","Concerning military warrant land.","Saying how much she is missed.","Scope and Contents Inquiring about military land located for ? Page.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Ohio legislature and the location of the courthouse of Belmont County, Ohio, the necessity of building a road to it, ferries and the Miami Exporting Company. Bears notes in another hand.","Scope and Contents Discusses Richard Yeates' land and family news.","Concerning a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning title to land owned by ? Graham.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods that Poage vs. Bradford \u0026 Chaplinecould not be tried in his district of the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a law suit and a possible exchange of land.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery. Gives his opinion of the Louisiana Purchase.","Concerning the building of a dam.","Concerning land in Ohio County surveyed by Woods for her husband.","Asking if Woods has sold his land for him. If so, please remit \"one ton of small castings, and the remainder in twenty gallon kettles without legs, for the purpose of salt-making.\"","Scope and Contents Saying he has sent Andrew Woods and an Indian trader up White River.","Concerning land.","Asking Woods to come make a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed Woods by Joseph? Tomlingson.","Concerning disputed land in Kentucky.","For Prittyman to lease land. Lease extended for another year.","Concerning land disputes between Woods and Yeates.","For money received.","Gives his opinions of Methodists.","Wants to exchange land with Woods.","For Cassat to pay Woods back for flour.","Giving family news.","Concerning the lawsuit of Poage v. Chapline.","Concerning William Croghan and land belonging to Woods in Kentucky.","Concerning Croghan's purchase of land owned by Woods.","Concerning death of Aggy Poage, other family news and election of Philip Doddridge.","Concerning flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge.","Requesting flour.","Ohio for Witt to rent land. Witt is to take care of the orchard.","Asking to buy the land he lives on from Woods.","Asking Woods to forward a letter for him.","For one moiety (half) of the first installment \u0026 surveying expenses for land in Northwest Territory offered for sale at Steubenville.","Gives family news, discusses Philip Doddridge and land speculation in Northwest Territory; and the \"conversion\" of the Presbyterian minister, William Wilson.","To convey land.","Requesting flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge, the lawsuit of John McIntire vs. Wood,and Woods vs. Lewis.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning the location of a road.","Letter probably intended for Archibald Woods. Concerning the sale of land for taxes, the lawsuit of John Macker vs. Lewis Cragg.","Concerning their land dispute.","Offering to sell him burr mill stones.","That Edward Coats' son, William will become an apprentice to Hoover, a saddlemaker.","To split land in Kentucky if Pogue is successful in proving claim.","Ordering flour.","Concerning a lawsuit involving ? Fulton.","Concerning Betsy Woods and family news.","Bond of title to promise to convey 240 acres to the Ramseys.","Concerning the visit of Woods' daughter, a proposed trip to Augusta, and the possibility of Wilson running for Congress.","Has paid taxes owed on Woods' Kentucky land. Is interested in selling or exchanging 1200 acres of land on or near the Ohio River.","For Pergrin to lease 17 acres of land from Woods.","Concerning a note for money due Robert Woods.","For Reed and Edwards to lease a house and garden.","To convey to Nehemiah Cravens 300 acres of land in Ohio.","Tells of the birth of a daughter. \"The election is over \u0026 I am easy--when vice prevails and wicked men bear sway the post of honour is a private station;...\"","For Woods to sell 250 acres of land to Mothral and Mantooth.","Ordering flour.","Ordering flour.","Offering land for sale.","Concerning a lawsuit involving land.","For Deafabough to run a grist mill for Woods.","Concerning lawsuit of Woods v. William Lewisand McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking about Archibald Woods' health.","Requesting the health of his daughter and the lawsuit of McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking Woods to sell a slave for him.","Concerning the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning disputed land.","For Steenrod to sell one half of a tract of land containing one hundred and eighty acres.","For Ingledue to run a grist mill for Woods.","Discusses fever. Tells Woods one of deeds he has from him has no witness.","Tells his uncle he has moved.","Concerning a land dispute.","Concerning the lawsuits of McIntyre v. Woods and Woods v. Lewis.","Asking Woods to pay him for surveying.","Concerning taking wheat to his mill.","For McConnell to run a grist mill for Woods.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","That Patterson Ingledue's death was due to accident by the falling of a tree.","To settle the estate of Patterson Ingledue.","For Swiney to rent eighteen acres from Woods.","For land in Belmont County.","Has bought wheat for Woods.","Asks Woods to sell to his nephew his surveyor's compass.","Scope and Contents Concerning land Woods wants to purchase. Is concerned about his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","For Black to rent twenty-six acres from Woods.","For Witt to rent land from Woods.","For McConnell and Dean to rent ninety acres of land from Woods.","Concerning the sale of land.","Tells Woods the surveys he is asking about can not be found.","Requesting flour.","Asking about mill wheels.","For Black to build a house. Lists tasks Black is to perform.","For a temporary assignment of dower.","Concerning the delivery of mill wheels.","For Feay to sell one hundred acres of land to Milligan.","Money owed for subscription to United States Gazette.","Will try to aid Woods in the capture of a runaway slave.","Concerning the lawsuits of Poage v. Chapline \u0026 Bradford.Asks Call to represent Poage in the Court of Appeals.","Concerning land owned by Crogan in Ohio County.","Asking Woods to collect a debt from Caleb Reeves.","Concerning an injunction.","Trying to settle Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the location of a road.","Concerning the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the lawsuit, Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Concerning land belonging to George Pepperly and the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","For Edmonds to lease twenty-nine acres from Woods.","Saying Richard Parriott wishes to buy McClandhan's land. Will trade a slave family for it.","Concerning Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning Humphrey Marshall; and Woods v. Lewis.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","Concerning an offer to settle McIntire v. Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning land; and also slaves which had belonged to Harman Blennerhassett.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods v. Lewis. Includes Patsey Houston, Natural Bridge, Virginia, to Archibald Woods, concerning a trip to see sister Polly McClung.","Scope and Contents Wants him to accompany Betsy to see Polly McClung.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis.","Agreeing to defend him in the lawsuit of McIntire v. Woods.","Asking Sheffey to take depositions in Woods v. Lewis.","For a still.","Scope and Contents Concerning the purchase of land and slaves from William McClandhan.","Carpenter is migrating to West. Will leave room in his wagon for Mathew Quick if Quick is interested. Asks Woods to give message.","Concerning the decision in the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Offering to sell land.","Concerning an appeal of the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning encumbrances upon the property of William Chapline.","Scope and Contents Concerning the route of the United States Road to Wheeling, West Virginia","Scope and Contents For an attachment against the estate of Moses Thompson. Includes plat, n.d., of land owned by John Lee and Archibald Woods.","For the conveyance of land from William Chapline to Woods.","Orders Woods to order companies to Wheeling for training.","Asks Woods to designate his military land so Bay can pay taxes on it.","Tells of birth of George Washington Wilson, sickness of many and death of Hezekiah Reader from fever. Wants sister to write and come to see her.","Scope and Contents Apology for not having written him concerning the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","For the conveyance of 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County.","Offering to deal for land.","Saying they will not pay an order for grinding wheat at Woods' mill.","Stating he will buy land from Woods.","Recounts his side of Woods v. Lewis and asks Blackburn to be his lawyer.","Scope and Contents Giving news about influenza in Lexington, Kentucky and discussing a land dispute. Alexander Mitchel to Thomas Dickerson, near Short Creek, Ohio County, West Virginia asking him if he saw Thomas Kennady in 1776 concerning land improvements.","Saying he has paid the tax due on Woods' land. People in Western part of state want to perpetuate seat of government at Chillicothe.","Scope and Contents Sending a deed and asking his opinion of the value of other land,","Edmonds is to take particular care of fruit trees.","Asking Woods to serve as executor in his plan to settle the estate of George Dement and to effect a settlement between the heirs of Dement and the heirs of Ignatious Sirums.","Scope and Contents Sending rent.","Scope and Contents Stopped sale of Woods' land for taxes.","Scope and Contents Concerning land bought by Samuel Lewis.","Asks Woods if he has made up his mind about a bargain.","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents Also includes a memorandum of Archibald Woods concerning power of attorney.","Tells Woods to send down flour.","Concerns a missing arms shipment.","Still interested in Woods' land.","Okey is concerned about Woods' lawsuit against Timmons.","Tells Woods he has been denied change of venue in Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to pay taxes on land he William Croghan owns. Wants to know about John? McIntire who purchased George Rogers Clark's right to land on Ohio.","Scope and Contents Desiring to buy land from Woods.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Evans is concerned about a land claim he has.","Wants Woods to report on his land to him, since Hill desires to settle on it.","Scope and Contents It is the opinion of several people that Woods' flour is unfit for market. \"Mr. Miller states that all the flour in Charlestown, that was made before September is sour and unfit for market.\"","Has asked for continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Blackburn other directions in handling the case.","Scope and Contents Including a memorandum of agreement (witnessed by C. Hammond and George Knox).","Offers Negro slaves to Woods in exchange for land. Describes the slave families.","Hough has checked Woods' land for taxes due.","Asks Moore if he knows about location of U.S. road. Wants to be appointed a commissioner to lay road out in Ohio.","Assures Woods his offer of slaves will not injure Woods' claim in Woods v. Lewis.","Orders Woods to draft 46 men.","Has no Negroes to sell. Wants Woods to survey some land for him.","In compliance with order, has militia company together.","Wants to meet with Woods to buy land.","Scope and Contents Offers to settle money owed him in wheat. Includes Archibald Woods to George Hancock, concerning slaves Hancock wishes to sell. Woods discusses prices.","An application was made to change venue in Woods v. Lewis. It failed. Has heard of no application since. Johnson had small pox. Cannot issue subpoena for witness.","Orders flour.","Gives information and advice on Woods v. Lewis.","Edmonds is to take particular care of the fruit trees and orchard.","Scope and Contents Asks what Woods wants him to do in a lawsuit involving land. \"We are advised by William McKinley that he has been pressed into the electioneering campaign--the conduct of Gen'l J. G. I--in this respect must be as bad as an English press gang--poor MC is to be pitied.\"","Scope and Contents Sorry to hear her sister has been unwell, brother Billy's wife has consumption. \"Nancy Wilson has two sons. I think she breeds well...I was surprised when Mr. hood informed me that Brother Bob was with you. I should be very glad to see him provided he could be sober and rational.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls.","Ordering Woods to order his Battalion to Wheeling for training.","Scope and Contents Undertook to get paper needed in Woods v. Lewis from Sweet Springs. Found he had to go on to Munroe Monroe C.H. Papers not ready. Clerk issued order that he would send papers. Case was docketed in Rockbridge. Subpoena issued for Patrick.","Offers to locate military land for Nicholas' warrant.","Wants the patents for the 17,000 acre survey belonging to the partnership, so he can inquire about taxes due on it.","Sickness prevented sending deeds. Asks for money Woods owes him.","Scope and Contents Introduces Noah Zane. Zane is the bearer of remonstrances counteracting remonstrances from Pennsylvania on the subject of the National road. Describes route the commissioners laid out. Hopes that route will be kept.","Wants to borrow money.","Scope and Contents Sent receipts which Woods has failed to get. Asks Woods to take \"best matters\" action. Wishes Woods not to be uneasy about the money he owes Woods. Expects to make a payment this fall.","\"Brother Archibald \u0026 myself having made an alteration in our agreement respecting this place on which I live, it is necessary our article in your hands should be destroyed...\"","According to list of military claims, there is none due Andrew Robinson. Thanks Woods for paying taxes on his land Ohio County. Asks Woods to continue until land can be sold and try to find purchaser.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis will probably be tried in September. Papers have not yet arrived.","Scope and Contents She is pregnant. Had expected a visit this summer. Includes Polly Wilson to Eliza and Polly Woods. Wants them to write.","Scope and Contents Defends his treatment of Woods' son, Alpheus in school. \"If Franklin (Woods' other son) to exculpate himself, has represented to you that I did not pay the same attention to him, that I did to others, I assure you that he wronged me.\" Assures Woods he will do all in his power for his improvement. Lists subjects he will be offering.","Scope and Contents Sends Franklin and Alpheus Woods home. Defends Thomas Glisson as a teacher.","Has omitted entering the land. Lists entries.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Has sent deed. Please remit money.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis has been continued until April. General Breckenridge and Allen Taylor did not attend the exposition of General Preston. Fears the loss of Sheffey at next term.","There has been a continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Afraid he can not attend the trial in the spring due to serving in Congress.","Lewis has obtained a postponement in Woods v. Lewis.","Death of Betsy Poage. Summarizes national politics and rumors of Europe.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis is continued. Injunction has been granted. Encloses subpoena.","Scope and Contents Has never heard from Woods about his claims for land in Woods' County. William Oldham will handle it.","Offers Negro slaves for sale, Easther, Harry \u0026 Nancy as well as a \"lad\"; and a \"girl,\" 7 years old. Describes their abilities.","Scope and Contents Sends commission. \"I never wished to hold an office that I was not thought worthy of, if you thought me incapable of discharging my duty or unworthy of promotion I will ask you why did you not communicate your objection to me before the Court Marshall martial.","Scope and Contents Asks one of them to pay taxes on Archibald Woods' land.","Scope and Contents Gives directions in taking General Breckinridge's deposition. Recounts proposals from George Hancock. Proposes his grounds for a settlement.","Gives his price for a slave, Jacob.","Includes receipt for Zac. Sprigg.","Birth of Louisa Ann. \"Mrs. Kerns the ladys wedding you was at when you was here shews the fruits of her marriage verry plain.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls. Invites them for a visit. \"Betsy you cannot get anybody to have you where you are known.\" Lists recent weddings.","If Woods can come to his (Thomas Warman) mothers he will take five dollars less. He cannot come to Woods","Enlow is to clear land, repair a cabin, build a stable and repair fences.","He owns no land in US Military District, north of the Scioto. A Capt. John Brown did own a quarter township, but suspects it has been sold. He owns 8 or ten thousand acres in tracts of 1000 acres which he would sell. Describes one tract. Price is three dollars per acre but would accept \"two or three young negro men at valuation in part payment.\" Two \u0026 half dollars per acre for other tracts.","Has sent deed to Mr. Chambers of Kentucky. Requests Woods to rent a plantation for him. Pay taxes due on it.","Sends information on the murder and names of the children of D. Bradford.","Since he has resolved to leave Morgantown, he wants Woods to remit money. \"There is not I believe any part of the civilized world where education is thought so little of as this place.\" Asks questions about the Wheeling area. Can produce testimonies.","Sold Noah Linsly interest in Capteen bottom.","Owns a quarter section of military land. Gives terms and location.","Business with Woods' son, Thomas. Asks for more time.","Sends wheat and cotton Woods requested. Don't send corn or meal. Do send bran.","Will sell lands at Fishing Creek to Woods' neighbor for cash if offer is high enough.","Doesn't understand why he didn't receive all the money due him from Woods. Has been sick.","Reports on various schools in his County.","Detailed description of how it is to be built.","Will send record of Woods v. Lewis(300 pages) when Woods remits fee of forty-five dollars.","Has purchased a farm 3 miles from Morgantown. \"The people in my neighborhood are perfectly indifferent about the education of their children so that I cannot expect to derive anything from tuition among them.\" Would come to Wheeling if three hundred dollars could be procured. If not, will open school at his farm. Pledges to be attentive to Franklin Woods (Woods' son.)","Gives Woods advice on how to recover costs from John McIntire. Will attend Woods v. Lewis at Rockbridge Superior Court.","The two young men who contracted with Shepherd for flour have been at all mills and cannot get flour. Will have to give you the price you ask.","Salutation is \"Dear Andrew.\" Wishes him to write respecting the receipts for costs in the suit with the Wilson's and Harbison's bond. \"As I of late feel my constitution decline, my wish is as far as possible to draw my concerns to a close. Ask George] Hancock to have business in Botetourt with Wilson's settled.\" \"have not got my business with Lewis finally settled as yet...\"","Presented receipts to ? Wilson. He would not refund the money. Left receipts and letter with George Hancock. \"I start in a few days for Kentucky with my little family \u0026 small portion of this world's goods--my wife Elenor has been in a bad state of health since early spring. My mother \u0026 brother Andrew also are in bad health as usual. Write if you receive this letter. Address letter to Lincoln County near Stanford Kentucky.\"","Lists officers elected by company.","Scope and Contents Offers to sell stills","Wants to meet him in Staunton.","Lists terms on which he will settle with Lewis.","Introduces ? McKnight who claims land in Ohio County.","Terms upon which he will sell his farm, mill, dwelling house and distillery.","Terms on which Josiah Dillon will pay Bank of Marietta.","Terms upon which the directors will accept payment of Dillon's debt.","Woods will take up Dillon's note on Bank of Marietta. Dillon will convey house and lot to Woods. Dillon will convey residue of property to George Paull.","Has offered for Congress. Chancellor made decree in Woods v. Lewis. Decree is agreeable to last verdict.","Questioning whether a judgment against Josiah Dillon in federal court is a lien against property he has bought from Woods.","Asks Poage to collect money due in execution of decree in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Poage directions about collecting it.","Intends to get money to Woods.","Wants McClandhan to collect money due on execution against William Lewis. Includes Archibald Woods to James Breckinridge.Woods blames Breckenridge for not paying over money owed him by William Lewis.","Scope and Contents Hughes received fee who will handle Woods' business with Bell. Pogue obtained judgment for 7,000 dollars against ? Brown. Gives family news.","Wants to know if ? Hughes brought suit against Benjamin Bell for him. It not, will employ Alexander Marshall next.","Describes college at Canonsburgh.","Wants all papers pertaining to lease of a piece of property sent to him.","Has purchased property of John Thompson. Woods is at liberty to make use of his house after expiration of the lease.","Requests pay for services as adjutant in 4th Regiment of Virginia militia.","Recounts his difficulty in obtaining money.","Has had no further account from Staunton. \"I had expected to see Genll Paull present my compliments to ? and tell him to be so good as to procure a copy of your Constitution on Regulations of your Library and forward to me as soon as possible as I am to report on that subject for our town is establishing a library.\"","Encloses a decree against William Lewis. Clerk has failed to certify when the injunction was granted.","Scope and Contents Cannot be at election in Ohio County, West Virginia Hopes his opponent will not exceed him in that County more than 30 votes.","Wants ? Woods (son of Archibald Woods) to come next week if he is coming to live with him. Will leave terms up to McLure.","Brown wants to rent house. Wants a sign and four beds and complains of rent being too high.","George Paull had held deed of trust on two lots in St. Clairsville, Ohio for money owed Bank of Marietta by Dillon. Paull is deeding property to Woods to discharge the deed of trust. Edward Bryson. Includes affidavit of William Farris, Junior.","Horse bought by White or his brother in St. Clairsville, Ohio stands on lot bought by Woods from Josiah Dillon.","Gives family news.","Shall be engaged at Judge Lockwood fitting out a boat. Mortgage must be recorded.","Asks Woods to survey land to divide farm between Chapline and Evans.","Lewis has deposited money with General James Breckinridge for Woods' claim. ? Walker previous to going to Kentucky left memo respecting Woods' suit with Wilson. No bill was filed.","Results of election between William McKinley and Wilson.","Has not heard from lawyers concerning Woods vs. Lewis. Thomas Wilson is elected to Congress.","Lists tasks and prices.","Concerns the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull and the validity of Woods' title to Dillon's property.","Asks if copy of decree in Woods v. Lewis has been forwarded.","Noah? Linsly has decided against Woods and Paull concerning the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull selling Dillon's lots to Woods.","Transmits payment to discharge note.","Concerning the price of a hopperboy for a flour mill.","Apologizes for delay. Called away by death of a friend in Baltimore. Has sent copy of decree to clerk of Monroe so he can issue execution.","Wants James Paull to send him a pair of pigs.","Sends decree in Woods v. Lewis.","Issued against property of Amos Shearman and Joseph Ferroi in the lawsuit of Matthew Kerr v. Ferroi.","Appoints Woods president of a court-martial to try James G. Laidley for disorderly behaviour and disobedience of orders at the 113th Regiment. \"Also for conspiring with his subaltern officers previous to said muster to be disorderly on the day of said muster.\" Includes Benjamin Biggs, certifying he did employ John Finney to summons the officers to attend the trial of Laidley.","Scope and Contents Requests Erwin pay forty-two dollars to ? Evans for license to rise hopperboy at Woods' mill. \"The mill stands on Wheat's run a branch of Wheeling Creeke in Ohio County...\"","Scope and Contents Sends bill of complaint for Woods to answer in  Wilson's Executors v. Woods.","Instructed by Lieutenant Governor \"to inform you that commissions cannot issue...until it shall be specified...what vacancies they are to fill; or if for a new company that also should be specified.\"","Signed by George William Smith, Lieutenant Governor and Jno W. Pleasants. Includes Benjamin Biggs attesting that Andrew Howlett had taken oath as captain.","Scope and Contents Needs oats from Woods.","Joseph Cloyd's wife and daughter died. Houston's \"son Andrew got a cut on his knee last winter which had nearly taken his life.\" Gives other family news.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis and Wilson's heirs vs. Woods.","Scope and Contents Has made an alteration in the promissory note Woods sent for him to sign. Includes of John Anderson, undated., to Archibald Woods, Ohio County, West Virginia Robert Anderson is not willing that John Anderson should quit his work before harvest so Woods can expect them July 15.","Orders Woods to order regiment to Wheeling for muster.","Has collected 792 dollars in execution granted in Woods v. Lewis. Marshall has taken all the personal property of William Lewis. Let him know how to transmit money.","For Woods to lease the stone house and stable to be built. Describes how stable is to be constructed.","Sent articles written for.","Sends sympathy for death of Archibald Woods' son. Unable to attend funeral.","Pleased with executive appointment of a judge for our circuit. Try to block appointment of ? Jackson by legislature. Thinks Congressional session will be long and boisterous. His reception in Woods' County has made impressions on his mind.","Meix agrees to build a barn for Evans. Description of how it is to be built.","Offers land for sale adjoining land owned by Woods at the mouth of Capteen Creek.","Notifies Woods that a note of Michael Cresap, endorsed by Woods is due and unpaid.","Zebu Warner is indebted to Woods for rent. Gives Griffith options on how to handle the collection. Includes Archibald Woods to Zebu Warner. Concerns rent owed to Woods. See Folder 656 for documents of 1811 October 8.","Laments loss of Woods' son. Not able to make any statement with respect to Woods' account with George Poage without assistance of Woods' papers. Includes receipt from J. Russle ? to David Banes? for wheat to the account of Archibald] Woods.Includes fragment of an account.","If Woods has made purchase of the Jughandle Mills, write him and he will send Woods a draft of his proportion of the half.","Spoke to R. ? Thompsonwho is considered one of the best house-carpenters here respecting the undertaking of your house. The Republican ticket succeeded in all three members with a majority of two to three hundred votes.","Scope and Contents Has learned by George Paull that Mr. Lewis has sold his land. Informed a proposition is made by Mr. Lewis to pay to William Poageof Augusta for Woods. Thanks McClandhan for his friendly aid in having the business brought to a close. Speculates on other terms.","Scope and Contents Concerns taxes on land in Ohio County owned by Cloyd family and by Matthew Houston.","Wants Woods to make him some flour.","Asks that he look for patents for George and Isaac Kelly.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to tell him how to go about military patents. Has visited the President and also attended the House of Madam. At next interview with President intends to mention the Road. Many petitioners praying to be relieved from injuries sustained under the nonimportation law. Affair of the Chesapeake settled. Determined representation for the states. The \"Harriet\"; sails in a few days with messengers to England and France. Mr. Taylor son of John Taylor goes to England and Mr. Biddle son of Clement Biddle goes to France. \"it is hard to say what course our great men will take. I believe...leaders know not what to do. Not do I know who is to be the leader. I believe in Caucus it was determined to elect Henry Clay, speaker and they did elect him.\" Describes Clay.","Has about thirty-five feet of pipes now by him and expects to set another kiln next week when he expects to have Woods' in it. Wants to know what other kind, of ware Woods would wish to be sent along with them. \"Here let me remark that Mr. Wales opinion of stone ware pipes is higher than ever \u0026 he regrets that the town of Steubensville does not use them instead of wood.\"","To assign and transfer to Archibald Woods twenty shares in Bank of Steubenville.","Gives his recollection of a transaction between himself and John McClure. Mr. Reed's young daughter died. Have searched for cloth.","Apologizes for being so long, in making his returns because he couldn't understand it. Includes Andrew Howlett to Archibal] Woods, 1811 December 30. Has sent returns by Moses Chapline.","Concerns settling Woods v. Lewis. \"Beware of being taken in as all those people are Great Sharpers. Beware of going in any barter or bargain with them. If possible they will try to pawn some old or good for nothing Negroes on you, or some other old stuff or bad bonds.\"","Scope and Contents Received four hundred dollars from William Lewis. Taken a bond on Burwell. Not knowing the amount of the Execution nor Credits, could not go into a final settlement. Can have it credited to execution by writing clerk of Monroe or attorney.","Thanks Ann Woods for sending Patty up. Glad to hear of Betsy's safe delivery. \"if I live as long as the first week in May and no accident happens I expect to have an addition to my family, already too large, but when we have them we are sorry for to part with them.\" Misses her husband who is in Congress. Hope he returns in March, but if they declare war he may be detained a month or two longer.","Presented draft to Sheffey. Mentioned \"the establishment of the Road to his Majesty but have no answer to the point.\" Discusses increase in military establishment. Bills on Navy laid on table to make room for land force. Wilson voted no to raising 25,000 soldiers. Asks what the people think. Doubts leaders. Thinks war will ensue.","Has received draft to settle Woods v. Lewis. Has to be sent back to William Poage to obtain proper endorsement. \"We hear of nothing here but war...\" Lists bills concerning raising troops. President will not act on the U.S. Road, saying there is no money to expend.","Is making enquiries about a 3000 acre tract of military land in Ohio County. Asks if land has been sold for taxes.","For Evans to sell his farm to Eoff. Evans is also to convey his interest in the ferries across the Ohio River and across Wheeling Creek.","Prescribing the uniform of the Virginia militia.","Encloses patent to Woods. Asks for recommendations for officers in \"our (to be made Army)\". Rage for war has subsided. Looks for proposition to repeal non-importation law. Houses passes bill to repair old frigates. Mentions William Branch Giles.","Would survey his land but had to attend Superior Court at Wheeling. Makes proposal for 200 to 250 acres. Offer is eight gallons good whiskey and one dollar per acre. He offers flour. Draws plat to explain offer.","Person who delivers letter is authorized to sell land for General James Allen and Col. David Allen. Discusses past dispute with Woods over land in Kentucky he bought from Woods.","Building a sawmill. Thinks Mallory should have house he is renting taken from him. Doesn't know anyone else to rent it to. Benjamin Ruggles wants Paull to go in with him and others on laying out a town, (Woodsfield?)","Has heard rumors that political enemies may try to have election for clerk set aside if they lose. Suggests that Robert Woods as eldest magistrate to require sheriff to summons all magistrates to elect a clerk for County court in place of Moses Chapline, deceased. Suggests form to use.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","Has received Woods recommendations for commissions as officers. Trouble raising money. Considered salt tax. \"The 'Constitution' has returned ten days \u0026 no report of anything from England and France.\" Sheffey has paid no money.","Doesn't have time to consider offer for land. Prefers bank stock to land. Prefers cash to bank stock. If others sell out, he does not wish to be backward. Does not think Archibald Woods' offer for his interest in Botetourt includes what he will receive from Elijah Woods. Wants Brother James Woods to appoint attorney to settle price of land Robert Woods is to have from Joseph Woods and make a deed.","Discusses British spy, John Henry. \"It is not yet determined who is to be next President. DeWitt Clinton is spoken of.\" April elections will express public mind.","Discusses land owned by David and James Cloyd and Matthew Houston in Ohio County. In Woods v. Lewis. Lewis has sold land to ? Burwell. Lewis has paid $7,000 to William Poage. James Greenlee married Miss ? Paxton.","Defends his handling of Woods business in the suit of Woods v. Lewis.","Tells Woods he can expect an embargo. Asks him to let ? Shepherd and all friends know.","Lists officers to be commissioned. Has enclosed documents \"for the information of the people.\" Forwarded report on subject of U.S. Road. Doesn't expect anything to be done concerning road west of Monongahela. Not at liberty to say more about embargo. Received no more money from Sheffey.","Has not gotten a person to go see Windle for purpose of making a purchase. Has not gotten survey made of Capteena land.","Sending John McLure to collect $7,000 left by William Lewis. has written clerk of Monroe County to stay execution until November.","Robert Woods (uncle) wishes to purchase 200 acres of land from him. Price is $1,600. Has written father to give Archibald Woods a power of attorney. Owes Robert Woods. In addition owes $3,000-4,000 in Kentucky.","Asks to be recommended to be appointed a major in army to be raised in Ohio.","Sheffey does not find it convenient to give a settlement at this time.","Asks that bearer be paid thirty-nine dollars.","Has seven thousand dollars as part of the execution against William Lewis in Woods v. Lewis.","Needs to enter quarters of land?. Includes document of Archibald Woods. Asking that volunteers for the army be encouraged. Tells what pay and rations soldiers will receive.","Has seen Battial Harrison who has the Virginia military land warrants. Will make some proposition. James Paull has gone to Richmond. Would rather deal with Paull.","Introduces Henry Greene who wishes to obtain advice respecting the validity of a claim of land.","Needs brick to mend a hearth. Asks for late newspapers.","Resigning his office in the Wheeling Light Infantry. Woods has written two names on the letter as possible replacements for Pannill.","Reports on the measurement of lumber. Does not like quality of the boards.","Wishes to know if Woods intends to let him have Mr. Ramsey's place.","Put advertisement in paper for sale of town lots and sent notices.","At the first muster of the Wheeling Light Infantry, ensign of the company made known his intention to decline serving in the company in the capacity of an officer longer than five years from the date of his commissions. Company elected a replacement, John Richardson and recommended him to be appointed. Includes Archibald Woods, listing possible officers.","Had sent commission to Jno Richardson to be ensign in Wheeling Light Infantry. Since Richardson has been accused in affidavit by ? Zane of saying he would not interfere if slaves in eastern part of state rose up and murdered their masters, he should return his commission.","Scope and Contents Recommends Mr. Ross to repair public arms. Woods has written on the letter: William Ross at Frederick Town on Monongala River, Washington County, Pennsylvania","Enclosed will gives the course of the war. Woods' son, Thomas, stayed with him. Thinks it's high time for Congress to adjourn.","Still wants $1600 for the land he is offering to Robert Woods. News about Andrew Woods, Robert Woods, and John M. Walker.","Wants to rent horse pasture.","Tells Woods to have the public arms repaired.","Answer to a letter from Sheffey concerning Woods' manner of collecting money due him in Woods v. Lewis. Includes earlier draft of above. .","Encloses copy of Daniel Sheffey's statement which Woods thinks is incorrect. Tries to understand the statement. Thinks majority of people are opposed to war. Cannot raise troops, as commander of 4th Regiment, Virginia militia. Has on company volunteers, one company drafted. Wife had large son, William. Nearly cost her her life.","Whiskey Woods has sold him is indifferent. Discusses salt works. Cannot hire or sell slave because he has a sore leg.","Cannot accept price Caldwell proposes for land. Gives his offer.","Orders Woods to order his regiment to Wheeling for training.","Unable to raise money owed to Woods.","Thanks Woods for paying taxes for him. Sends money by son, John Croghan. Mentions George Croghan. Will consider exchanging land with Woods after he gets necessary information.","Scope and Contents Asks questions concerning impressment of camp kettles, axes, and wagons. \"The troops from this Regiment are to meet at this place on Tuesday next and will proceed in boats to the place of Destination, on Wednesday if possible, say Thursday at farthest. I shall be happy to meet and accompany the troop from your Regiment.\" Late orders authorize the Col. commanding to provide for the transportation of the baggage. \"My opinion is that wagons should be procured in each regiment, they can be sent by water to point pleasant, the horses by land, the camp kettles so far as we may stand in need will be taken from Mr. Dutty... Keel Boats going to Kenhawn for salt can be procured if you can engage but I have as yet engaged by one, three will be necessary.\"","Understands Woods' men are to meet this day at Wheeling. Sends Capt. Russel to receive from information as to boats for the transportation of the troops and also as to provisions. \"Say five days Rations of bread and salt pork of Bacon, ready cooked, my wish being to go on Day and Night if possible until we arrive at Point Pleasant.\"","To raise supplies for families of soldiers. Includes minutes of a meeting of citizens of Richmond, Manchester and their vicinities held at the Capitol. Resolved that name of association be \"The Society for promoting the success of the War against Great Britain.\" Lists duties of the association, including the appointing of a standing committee in each town and County.... 2 pages.","Scope and Contents To Capt. Lewis Bonnet to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure, William Irwin, and John Feay, that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00. Includes, Archibald Woods, certifying above. Includes warrant from Archibald Woods, to Benjamin Jefferies, to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00.","Notifying Woods that a note endorsed by him for Morgan Jones is due and unpaid.","Has received, in the absence of the Governor, Woods' letter, asking to have made at Wheeling, arms for a troop.","Will attend court martial and pay his fine if it's proved he should have gone when called.","Will leave home in a week for Washington. Should be glad to hear result of your election for electors. Expects peace ticket to have a large majority in his County.","Tries to make arrangement with Woods concerning stoneware and earthenware. Unable to get salt he needed for his manufacture.","Proposes to start a newspaper with the press to be in Wheeling.","Madison ticket had a majority of 92. Stephen Van Rensselaer has met with a defeat. Has been informed that Return Jonathan Meigs has been insulted by the common soldiers and almost afraid of times at times to leave his quarters lest he might meet with insults.\" \"I am anxious to hear if peace is expected or if we must go on in this destructive war. If it is to continue God help the nation for in many places, the people are ready almost to cut other throats.\" Cites examples. Will write Daniel Sheffey for account with William Lewis.","Will sell land for $12,000.","Thinks militia are expensive and ruinous. Thinks they can provide little real service \"as well might you put unbroken Horses to a Wagon--they possess the strength \u0026 spirit--but they will not pull together.\" sees no prospect of speedy termination of the war. \"the Administration which makes War does rarely make peace.\" Discusses War Hawks. Anxious to hear about Virginians in Western Army. Will present statement to Daniel Sheffey.","Concerns Cloyd military lands in Ohio County.","Gives directions for morning and evening parades.","Gives family news and news of household activities.","Woods should rent to ? Hollister. Terms are too high for Okey.","Has spoken to General S. Smith about lands in Wheeling. Land is owned by James A. Buchanan of Baltimore. \"No doubt the Papers give you an account how our Generals in the North have managed their campaigns . Was ever a Nation cursed with such officers.\" Secretary of Navy has resigned. Gives makeup of regiments and number. Thinks too many. \"We attempt more than we can do well.\"","Concerns politics in Ohio.","Sends statement concerning execution in Woods v. Lewis. Asks Hamilton to try to see execution and aid him in obtaining his money.","Transmitting advice of council that any artillery companies who are furnished with gun carriages may build sheds to protect them.","Scope and Contents For Woods to rent land (including orchard) to Cunningham.","Has received Woods' letter. Lands on Wheeling Creek belong to heirs of his father. If Woods will make proposition, Buchanan will submit it to the heirs.","Mentions Buchanan attitude toward selling land. Has received no news from James Winchester concerning River Raisin defeat. Disagrees with conduct of the war....\"but you and I have it not in our power to regulate these things; but with the people we should speak a language which should be heard even? in the recesses of the palace.\"","For Woods to rent land to the Varneys. Woods is to supply livestock and utensils.","Asks Woods to suspend collection of fine against him because his son failed to attend regimental court.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","\"You may expect something like an Embargo before we rise.\" Expects tax bills to go up. Has put letter before Secretary of War.","To be partners in purchasing flour for export to New Orleans or elsewhere.","Apparently, two commissions have been served to same person. Woods describes the two men.","Thanks Woods for saying he will tend to paying the taxes on his land. Since Woods title to land in Kentucky is disputed, he does not want to exchange.","For Barnett to build a log house. Gives details on how house is to be built.","Promise to give possession of a house and lot.","Request to let John D. seaman have flour.","Needs lime to finish house.","To sell Barrit land.","Scope and Contents Concerns whiskey.","Has concluded a bargain with William Sharpless for house and lot. Troops have mounted. Col. Perkins has resigned. Paull expects to be colonel.","Concerns opening a road from Woodsfield to Marietta, Ohio.","Scope and Contents Making arrangements to sell property to William Sharpless in event he does not return from war. Intends to go into mercantile business. Have drawn clothing for 27th Regiment and tomorrow start for upper Sandusky and the Lower Sandusky.","Includes affidavit of Josiah M. Smith.","Troops are getting ready to march.","Describes difficulties in provisioning troops.","Woods' letter apparently miscarried. Must prepare for a campaign in September.","Concerns payments for barrels of flour?.","Lists repairs (and cost) to muskets and certifies that Adam Keller did the work.","Settling of accounts.","Trying to locate Betsy and arrange for her to be sent home.","Asks Woods to make a survey.","Orders Woods to order troops for muster.","Concerns selling a house and lot to Sharpless.","Thinks Woods' son, Franklin, can get an appointment in militia. Thinks serving will be good for him.","Concerns sale of house and land to a Mr. Mallory.","Scope and Contents Franklin Woods arrives. Gen. William Henry Harrison appointed him a third lieutenant. Paull gives his philosophy about serving in the army. Gives instructions about selling house and lot to Sharpless.","Sorry to hear of ill health of Mrs. Paull. Surprised to hear that Franklin had enlisted. Discusses war. \"This war of glory or glorious war-which appears to be attended with every calamity defeat and disaster that ever in any shape befell any country ancient or modern-how is it? Are nations punished in proportion to their demerits?...I never once for a moment supposed that the contemptible province of Upper Canada peopled by semibarbarians could have held the United States at bay for more than a year-and even make inroads upon us--\"","Sends forty-one guns and thirty six cartridge boxes.","Charges that Roberts tried to avoid danger withdrew himself from Tyamochta and allowed the baggage of his company to be lost; let tobacco, coffee and chocolate be traded for sale and let other baggage be left and lost; said men did not have to serve past 22nd of March; and used threatening language to a captain. Signed by David Pugh.","Scope and Contents Wants Linsley to try to settle an agreement made with ? Ross.","Mentions Oliver Hazard Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie.","Asks Woods aid in helping a Mr. Dear enter land.","Signed by B. D. adjutant.","Concerns cutting trees and Woods' accusations that Holister has wasted nails and boards.","Malory has had trouble entering lands at Woodsfield. Barber wants to encourage settlers.","Discusses battle at Moravian Town Battle of the Thames. Includes general orders congratulating the troops after the battle of Moravian Town, Michigan.","Petitions are doing very well perhaps concerning a division of Belmont County, Ohio. Barretts have not yet marked out the road. George Swaney has not marked road. Wife wants to move back to river. Would like to rent from Woods.","Requests that Mrs. Woods acknowledge release of dower to his deed.","Sympathizes with Woods' rheumatism. Has resigned his pastoral charge and preaches only occasionally. Gives family and neighbor hard news. Only chance for peace is defeat of Bonaparte. Gives a calculation of no peace before 1866. Recommends George Stanley Faber's book on prophecies. Conrad Speece is preacher.","Gives excuses for why he has not paid money or salt to Woods.","Includes affidavit, (witnessed by George Knox, Alexander Chaplinand Benjamin W. Mahan) of Joseph Spencer that he will not challenge the title of Woods to the land.","Arrived in Detroit \"the second of October after a long and tedious march of about 30 days from camp Seneca. The 27th Regiment has taken quarters in this place for this Winter which was very lucky for the officers having lost all their clothing.\" Has been sick with bilious fever. Learning duties of a Lieutenant.","Parks is to pay fifty flour barrels annually.","Is concerned about Betsy's ill health. Her family is well. She has eight children.","Needs flour.","Says it is second time he has written Woods to come for money. Asks to have deed drawn in Huey Gilliland's name.","Sends to Woods for money.","Letter from Gen. Lewis Cass indicates troops are sickly--upwards for 2,000 are down. Has sent Woods an old deed of trust.","Concerns possible repeal of a law creating a new County?. ? Hammond has written William Sharpless advising him to take Paull's property.","Requests for flour.","Concerns money ? McCluney hopes to recover in a law suit.","Concerns creation of and location of courthouse in Monroe County, Ohio. Did not pass lower house.","Expects an attack before spring by British and Indians. Illness among troops","Making excuses for John Wheeler who has been unable to attend musters.","Wants to buy white oaks from Woods.","Has received $200 from Daniel Sheffey. Requests family news. \"the Democrats here are very sanguine in expectation of peace. I think the probability is that if Clay's oratorial powers can avert it he will.\"","Concerns creation of new County i.e. Monroe. Road has not been marked.","Signed by James Harbour, Governor. Registered by J. W. Pleasants. Bears seal of Virginia.","Concerns selection of Wheeling.","Change in law for time of training.","Asks Woods if he has purchased the place which Joseph Ramsey purchased.","Obligated to attend at West Liberty on business of Wheeling Bank. Capt. Howlett is gone to Washington. Lt. Brady will attend for him. Howlett's opinion is that companies of Capt. Jeffries, Gratehouse, Frazier, and Howlett compose the upper Battalion.","Requesting terms a tract of land may be purchased on.","Doubts if appointment of M. J. White as president of a bank to be organized by the Ohio Company? would be good.","Has gotten commissioners to lay out road from Marietta to Monroe County line. Needs information from Woods on where a road from Woodfield ought to intersect.","Requests Woods' presence at a stockholders meeting.","Received Woods' letter advising of Chapline succeeding against Cresap. Sending money by his son, John, to reimburse Woods for payment of land taxes. Knows nothing of ? Doddridge, or of mortgage he has against Mr. Hall. Has asked about land and house belonging to Mr. Smith.","Concerns runaway slave.","For 120 acres on the Ohio River.","Has settled with William Sharpless. Woods can receive 50 shares of bank stock.","Sends survey.","Needs six bushels of corn.","George Croghan is commander. His mode of commanding is preferable to former commander, Col. Butler. Franklin Woods would like to resign. Is in debt. Did not receive money sent out by George Paull. Describes fort.","For Woods to lease land to Atkison.","Scope and Contents Discusses dry goods. \"I would, not recommend your going into business until peace is made.\"","Betsy (Woods) Paull continues to mend. On trip to visit his father. Major Gwynn says 26, 27, \u0026 28th Regiments will be consolidated. Expects to lose his rank. \"Betsy wishes you to write her as soon as her mother is confined.\"","Applies for arrest of Archibald Hamilton on charges he received twenty dollars from James Burrus who was applying for exemption from service. Includes affidavit, undated, of Samuel McClure.","To vote for directions in the Ohio Company.","Includes copy of charges against Hamilton.","Few soldiers left in Regiment. Mentions consolidations and possibility of Paull and himself being extra officers and struck off. 27th Regiment has been disgraced. Cannot get clothes. \"if any officer appears on parade without blue pantaloons and boots he is immediately arrested.\"","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Mr. Chapline can inform about the discoveries about property lines. Will expect sheep and probably will take some half breed merino.","Mrs. Woods had twins, one of whom died within 5 days. Expects Indian treaty. \" I do not know but it will be my turn to go to Norfolk in the next call or requision of militia.\"","Concerning sale of Sharpless house.","Discussing uniforms.","Trying to sell Woods a horse.","Concerns William Baker who denies endorsing Jones' note; and salt.","Trying to settle debt.","Will send Woods his horse if cannot find a better one at fair price.","Sending Woods his horse. Will send epaulets.","Orders Woods to a muster.","Sold sorrell horse. Has got no marching orders yet. Petitions being circulated concerning location of County seat of Monroe County, Ohio.","Scope and Contents For Fawcett acting as attorney for Samuel Cope to sell a house and lot in Wheeling, West Virginia to Woods.","For a house and lot in Wheeling.","Sends what he thinks register's fees are.","Sends a petition concerning militia fines. Expects lawsuit.","Gives hours. Fines will be strictly enforced. All funds on hand will go to purchase books. Arrears on shares must be paid.","Does not have any desire to sell land he owns in Ohio County.","for Woods to lease land to Steenrod.","Concerns a lawsuit Philip Doddridge is handling for Woods.","Orders 10th, 17th, 18th, and 10th Brigades to Norfolk.","Makes a deposit on quarter sections. Has been at Woodfield clearing streets. Hopes to see Barber when commissioners meet to fix seat of justice for Monroe. Has been engaged marking a road to the Ohio from the new town.","For property given to Woods by Biddle to satisfy rent that is in arrears.","Concerns quarter section of land Smith wants to enter. The bearers, Mr. Smith and Baker want to rent. Show them the land where Duvall lives.","Wants to enter quarter sections.","Has been recommended as coroner of his County. Would like appointment to Woods staff. Wants appointment and hope Woods' staff are not required to march.","Jesse Hunt's brother owns land Woods is interested in. Jesse Hunt offers ten dollars per acre for land Woods owns near his brother's land. Discusses flour milling and whiskey distilling.","Asking to be appointed surgeon to 4th Reg't, Virginia Militia. Includes 1815 February 4 of John Connell. H. Marshall and William McHenry to Woods, recommending Stevenson.","For Woods to lease land to Cunningham.","Scope and Contents Is satisfied that he received thirteen bushels of corn.","Adam Kellar wishes to ride home to Richmond instead of marching with rest of troops.","Trying to rent land for Woods.","Introduces Archibald Woods to Marshall.","John Spence has been arrested for desertion. Asks for a court martial.","For Woods to lease land to Goodridge and Morley.","Neither state nor federal government has funds to pay troops. Arrangements will be made to pay them at a later date.","Asks Woods to remit John Spence's sentence for desertion and release him.","For Woods to lease land to Barrett and for Barrett to repair a cabin and clear land.","Woods explains the unusual nature of his muster return due to the circumstances of their march.","Scope and Contents Bonnett resigns his commission as major of the 1st Battalion of the 4th Reg't of Virginia Militia.","Got three quarter sections of land.","Woffert does not want to sell his land.","Has bought land from Jacob Ash that he had no right to sell.","Has no recollection of articles of agreement between George Poage and Woods.","Will stick to his terms for selling land. Asks Woods to sell his lame horse.","For 56 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes.","Send note against James Woods (with deed to him) to Joseph Woods. Includes James Woods to Robert Woods?, undated. 1 page.","Although Woods thinks settlement of Poages' claim against him made by Chapline and Thomas Woods is totally against him, he will agree to it.","Has found a slave who ran away from Archibald Woods. Has promised slave if he would return, he would not be whipped.","Requests commission as lieutenant for Jon Curtis if Woods has it.","States when he wants to hold a battalion court of inquiry and a regimental court of inquiry.","Does not wish to buy Croghan's land at the price Croghan named. Will sell his horse for him.","Tells Woods, McCluny of Charlestown is in Wheeling if he wishes to see him.","A man wishes to buy land. Asks Woods for amount. Mr. Scott wants to know if Mr. Morrison can have a set of stable logs.","Did not know of muster until day of muster. His knee was out of place and he had no horse to ride.","Wants to make some disposition of a military land claim placed in his hands by Woods fourteen years previously.","For Woods to lease land and ferries to Malory and Long. Malory and Long can also tap sugar maples.","Woods' land has been sold for taxes but can redeemed within two years of sale by paying taxes plus interest. Woods should send money for taxes for 1814 and 1815.","Clay has drawn up petition to President to establish road to Wheeling. Meigs says tract for sale in Indiana Territory will be open for sale in April or May.","Will not be able to go to Indiana Territory ?. Fears prices will be too high. A tract of his land (4066 acres in Wood County) was sold for taxes. Asks Woods to redeem.","Orders a day of training of officers and a day of regimental muster.","Miller's brother does not yet know the result of his application to cob. Walker relating to lands on Green River. Discusses bank paper. Hears there is petition before Maryland legislature to establish a state bank. Has Philadelphia worried. Mentions possibility of a turnpike to Wheeling.","Does not expect deposit being replaced by any act of Congress. Cumberland Road must await annual appropriation.","Does not have extra capital. to invest in Woodfield, Ohio.","Will return a runaway slave for Woods for a fee.","Decision on U.S. Road to Wheeling has been referred to Sec. of Treasury; however, Dallas is a Pennsylvanian.","Unable to check on Woods' land, but thinks it has been sold for taxes. Woods' mother is in her usual state of health, but her memory fails her. Gives news of his family.","Defends the assessment of Woods' land which Woods thinks is too high.","Chief of Wyandot Indians is dead and his tribes are desirous of selling their lands. No report on U.S. Road. House of Representatives are now discussing direct tax. Mentions birth of a son to Mrs. Paull (Woods' daughter.)","Offers to trade money and horses for land.","Forwarded Woods' letter and memorial from citizens of Wheeling to Clay. James Ross and Charleston people are exciting opposition. ? Connel has obtained depositions on a road from Charleston to Zanesville and made a statement relative to Town of Charleston. Asks Woods for depositions concerning Wheeling. Lands in Indiana not ready for sale yet.","President has made a communication to both houses concerning Cumberland Road. It contains a statement of expenditure already made and those necessary to complete it. Commissioner of land office has promised a complete map of Indiana Territory. Will send to Woods.","Describes Indiana Territory, its land, its inhabitants and prospects for the sale of the public lands.","Secretary of Treasury reported in favor of Wheeling for U.S. Road.","Scope and Contents Secretary of Treasury has decided in favor of Wheeling for the Cumberland Road route. Senate has passed bill for levying direct tax of three million dollars. House of Representatives is considering bank bill.","Secretary of Treasury reported to President on Cumberland Road, in favor of Wheeling. Mentions land tax of three million dollars. National Bank bill is under consideration in the House of Representatives. House passed bill authorizing members to frank during recess. Doesn't think it will pass Senate.","For Cockayne to sell Woods two hundred acres of land in Warren County, Ohio. Woods has right to give land back.","Has been informed that President confirmed report of Secretary of Treasury concerning the Cumberland Road. Exertions now will be to procure a large appropriation. Commissioners of land office cannot fix any time when land in Indiana Territory will be sold.","Has received five dollars from Woods. Sends pantaloons back to him. Asks about his militia discharge. J. G. Jackson has declared as a candidate. Willson is coroner.","Report on Cumberland Road has been referred to Committee in House of Representatives. Republican caucus voted Monroe and Tompkins as candidates. \"on the subject of the road Monroe was decidedly your friend, his influence was important. I hope it will not be forgotten. However this subject must remain with yourself.\" Owing to sickness of draftsman in the land office has not been able to procure a map of the Indiana Territory.","Two hundred acres of land bought from Samuel Cockainis worth about four dollars an acre. Discusses Capteena land owned by Jeremiah Hurst. Glad Cumberland Road is settled. Gives price of flour.","The committee to whom the Cumberland Road was referred have reported in favor of the appropriation. House of Representatives laid 30 per cent ad valorem duty on imported cottons. National Bank bill is now is Senate.","Cumberland Road being confirmed, he is waiting the result of the Appropriation. Connell and Doddridge still have plan for a military road. Shepherd hopes to be appointed a Superintendent, but if not wants contract for a section of it. \"Mr. Clay has done all he promised but Ruggles never gave out for which I do regard him as one of our particular friends. \"","Would like to rent place where James Barrett lives.","Public lands have not been surveyed because Indians ordered the surveyors off. William Henry Harrison owns land near Vincennes and has laid it out in town lots.","Wants to borrow $1500 to use to buy bank stock.","Wants to buy or borrow anvil.","Resolutions introduced to appoint committee to look into military road through Charleston. Bills passed House to admit Indiana and Mississippi as states. Nothing done on appropriation for building Cumberland Road.","Draughtsman in office is unable to attend to business. Sends sketch of Indiana Territory taken from Bradley's maps by a pupil of the draughtsman.","House has passed appropriation of $300,000 for Cumberland Road.","Necessary for Woods and Barber to pay up all the installments on the land Woodfield stands on so lot owners can have deeds. Wants Barber to go to Indiana with him. Wants to speculate with Barber's interest in Woodfield.","Resigns his commission as captain in the Wheeling Light Infantry.","Asks to borrow $160.","McClandhan's father needs taxes paid on land.","Concerns appointment for superintendent of Cumberland Road. Connell has withdrawn. Moses Shepherd and Rolfe are applicants.","Concerning legal difficulties in collecting militia fines.","Will pay money to redeem land for taxes to County clerk of Wood County. Wilson's daughter died on April 15.","Resigns commission.","Has not heard from servants. Sends amount due on a fractional section. Has heard nothing from Indiana lands.","Cannot attend training or regimental muster because of illness. Sends company return.","Sale of lots to David Person and ? Jackson.","Asks terms for a lot.","Scope and Contents Will take depositions in lawsuit of Wilson (as administrator of Richard Nichols v. John Caldwell, Robert Woods, Archibald Woods et al. in District Chancery Court at Clarksburg, West Virginia","Sends for corn meal.","Sends for land patents.","Unable to attend taking of depositions in Wilson v. Caldwell, Woods et al.","Shall be ready to raise house for Franklin Woods. Needs flour and money.","Scope and Contents Request for payment of son's board. Includes account of ? Woods with Biddle.","Does not want to buy lots at Doddridge's price.","Cumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.","Politics.","For 178 acres in Ohio County.","McClandhan's father is concerned he will lose his land due to taxes. Asks Woods to pay them.","Wanted to build house on his lot but County has laid foundation of temporary courthouse in front of his lot at Woodsfield. Includes, Archibald Woods stating that he agreed to pay six dollars to commission to alter foundation of jail.","Sends plat of public lands in Indiana. Gives his route to Indiana.","Watch with small glass is disposed of. Has two hunting watches left. Suggests Woods come to see them. Includes memorandum of an agreement between George Paull and Archibald Woods for the purchase of land in Indiana.","Has looked at transcript of answers in lawsuit of S. R. Wilson vs. Woods et al. Thinks deeds are in office as part of W. Chapline, Jr.'s answer. Nothing more is necessary. Attendance at next term not necessary except for presence of patents.","Formal subpoena to attend at Chillicothe. Prisoner will not give his consent to his not going.","James Smith has been to Marietta to enter fraction marked A. Woods. He left deposit of sixteen dollars. Asks Woods to be his special bail in suit of James Reff?","General William Henry Harrison recommends white river country very highly. Paull is concerned about what bank notes will be accepted as payment for land. Some of his are counterfeit.","Gives circumstances of James Smith entering Woods' land.","Asks Woods to give his recollection of a settlement of an estate.","Asks for two subpoenas to be sent in lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods et al. \"We hung a negro here last Friday for rape on his mistress. The Methodists say he went strait to heaven.\" Shall have a new Judge on this circuit.","Concerns land in Indiana.","Asks if Woods' family will accompany his family to Augusta County, Virginia on a visit.","Fourth day of land sales. Has not bought an acre. Describes lands and prices. Jesse Hunt will not sell until he writes his brother.","Has bought 2 1/4 sections. Describes land and sales.","Asks Sockman to assist Doctor James Rolfe to count the public arms. Includes Sockman stating he has complied with the request.","Franklin Woods fell from horse and dislocated shoulder. Wilson's mother and other family have started for Staunton.","Concerns meeting with Woods to discuss location of Cumberland Road.","Can not come to Wheeling because hogs get in his corn everyday. Has business at Court. Asks Woods to tend to a note at the bank.","Describes assault and battery by James Smith over hogs getting into corn.","Virginia Thanks Woods for paying taxes on land. A. Hamilton does not think he owes Woods any money probably in setting Woods v. Lewis.","Has served in militia for 37 years.","To build a house. Gives specifications.","For Wallings to clear twenty acres of land within two years for which Woods will give him fifty acres in Monroe County, Ohio.","For Sweeney to clear eight acres of land.","Asks Woods to bring him teaspoons.","Concerns bank bills in Virginia General Assembly.","Informs Woods of the death of his brother, James Woods.","Discussed embassy with Secretary of State ?. The committee have reported a bill favorable to the Caldwell resolutions and made Columbus Ohio? a point. Compensation bill is repealed. Banks will commence specie payment.","For Woods to lease eleven acres to Bowers.","Concerning Jackson's Treaty with the Creek Indians and the opening up of land in Georgia and Alabama as a result. Describes land. Gives news of death of his father James Woods.","Election of James Moore. Sale of public lands.","Samuel Sweeny ? has left place. James Smith has Mallory indicted for keeping a disorderly house.","Dispute between John Connell, and John Dix over their co-partnership in Brooke Furnace will be arbitrated. Woods is to serve on panel.","Gives status of Wheeling bank notes.","Have plank and are ready to start on a house for Woods.","Death of James Woods. Account of murder of one negro slave by another. Discusses prices. Asks Woods help in settling debts in Ohio. Neighborhood news.","Asks Barber to send land certificate.","Wants to meet Woods at St. Clairsville and pay him principle. Then Woods can see William Downey for interest.","For McKinney to build a bridge on the Cumberland Road.","In conference with ? Thompson, they have decided to delay purchase of goods till season for laying in fall cargo. Regret Franklin Woods cannot be put on a certainty as to company's employ.","Concerning their letter to him about the business of their company and their not hiring his son, Franklin.","Opened Woods' letter to William Croghan, Jr. Gives Woods opinions on land in Indiana. Thanks Woods for previous friendly acts.","For Cleaburn Simms to serve as deputy sheriff to finish up his business as the former sheriff.","Asks compensation for a great cost given to Woods by George Paull.","Sends four hundred dollars to pay Robert Woods.","For Dugan and Linton to build a bridge as part of the Cumberland Road. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Thomas McGeer) of Matthew Stewart of Pittsburgh to fulfill above contract, 1817 September 19. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Ben Galloway) of Thomas McGeer and Henry Jordan to fulfill above contract.","Concerns land purchase?","Boards for Woods' house in Woodsfield are ready.","Dispute over stone the Irishmen quarried.","Unable to do Woods' work.","Would like to keep a hand he has hired to drive his oxen a few more days.","Concerns digging a well.","Will build wall. Asks for advance of fifty dollars.","Speaks of a third party J. Mallory who has done all in his power against him and against whom he has a judgment.","Does not think James Smith has proof of slander.","Of his handling of an execution.","Needs planks. Hopes to settle dispute between himself and James Smith.","Sonny Smith has been ill so long. Man from Kentucky needs his horse.","A. Werninger has Negro boy for sale. He ran away and is confined to jail. \"The family are well and doing well considering the great loss we have sustained.\" Asks it he will be safe in receiving the notes of the Ohio Company for taxes.","Writes by Mr. Woods. Enjoys good health and expects to settle there.","Problems with building a bridge for Cumberland Road.","Concerns problems with his hauling stone for the Cumberland Road.","Woods is upset over Thompson's suggestion that someone else should take charge of bridge building in the area for the Cumberland Road.","Directions for building a house.","Concerns elections.","Concerns building bridge at Lee's Run for the Cumberland Road and paying the laborers.","Will accept Woods' offer to buy his land.","Asks Woods to draft a form of an assignment of the contract for Paull to endorse.","Legislature has done nothing of importance. Legislature is discussing defects in the Constitution. Mentions various bank bills. \"The Legislature seems very much in the Spirit of making banks and new counties.\" Col. Poage mentioned in his letter that Woods' mother has been stricken with the palsy.","Scope and Contents Mallory is upset that Woods has rented the store at the mouth of the Capteena with one acre of ground to Henry Swippe. Does not want Swippe to have the ground. Thinks James] Smith and Swippe are trying to run him off.","For Woods to lease a grist mill and house to Waddell.","Discontent of people renting land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Mallory is going to give up possession of Woods place. Blames troubles on James Smith and Henry Swippy. Asks Woods not to rent the place to them.","Scope and Contents Needs Woods to appear at suit of Fract? against him. Blames James?] Smith for the lawsuit being brought. Discusses his dispute with Smith involving a letter.","Sends vacine crust.","Scope and Contents Will move to the place Mr. Parks lives on and intends to comply with bargain Vance and Woods agreed on.","Traces chain of title for a lot and house in Wheeling.","Tells Woods how to proceed in collecting pay for his son from Paymaster General.","Promises to make a final settlement of their business.","Has written previously accepting Woods' offer for his land. \"The family of my father has been greatly distressed occasioned by the death of my uncle Genl. G. R. Clark.\" Growth of Louisville is astonishing.","For a house, shop, garden and field.","Is leaving plantation and wants to settle up with Woods.","Merchants in Maysville are dissatisfied with those in Pittsburgh, Would like for men to set up commission business in Wheeling.","Ohio members have called upon William Henry Crawford on subject of his orders to receivers of public monies. Has received money for Woods' son, Franklin. Bill has passed Senate to allow purchasers one more year to pay for lands.","Concerns business dealings with ? Nichols.","Doubts sale of a lot in Wheeling due to foreclosure is legal. As Martin's executor, he must try to recover the property.","Dispute over number of rails counted toward rent.","Concerns the arbitration of a dispute over whiskey.","Men in Wheeling are planning a commission merchant house to supply merchants in Kentucky so they no longer have to deal with Pittsburgh.","Took warrant of attorney to enter judgment against Charles Wells.","No Kentucky paper in the Bank. Negotiation with Bank at Cincinnati has taken all our paper south of Chillicothe.","Received Woods' letter and a letter and power of attorney from Robert Poage?. Will investigate possibility of brother defrauding a brother and the helpless children of the brother.","Encloses assignment of Stepp certificate. Certificates assigned by Paull to Woods must have County seal. Flood has killed Jno. Hardesty family and ruined crops.","Unable to pay Woods.","Scope and Contents In notion of going to Kentucky but now thinks of Woods' area. Seeks information. Includes, in a different hand of a genealogical chart of the Breckinridge family.","Has received Cox' letter containing charges exhibited against Williams and Josias Thompsonas agents of the National Road. Assumes they are the charges stated by James Marshall. Will state what he knows about. Charges concern sinking of ground on hill above and adjoining Wheeling, distance of road at Shepherd's Mill, too many bridges on little Wheeling Creek, contracts to bidders who could not carry them out and for purchasing land and changing road to pass land he purchased.","Woods has made statement towards exculpating Thompson and Williams from charges concerning their handling of building of National Road. \"I think Col. Williams conduct in relation to this business cannot well be impeached as he has acted uprightly and in most instances as the charges relate to you they are groundless also. Although such are the facts, yet good grounds for charges against your official conduct do exist.\" Criticizes Thompson for changing road, and allowing contractor to use logs and brush, for want of firmness and decision, and did not look at a place where he could have saved a spring. Thompson had mentioned in Wheeling that some mystery existed respecting the drafts drawn by Shepherd and Paull causing a suspicion that Woods was concerned in that transaction.","Rebuttal against Woods' letter. If Woods knew Steenrod was using logs and brush, he should have reported it. Thinks Woods is angry because Thompson removed him from managing a sector of the road. Thinks Woods is trying to have him removed as superintendent. \"You may shew your teeth but cannot bite.\"","States Thompson did not remove him. He discontinued himself. Knows Thompson saw logs and brush placed in road bed. \"This would not be a dispute between Charleston and Wheeling. It will be simply whether the government will permit their superintendent to be a contractor also at the same time.\" Has three articles proving it and will disclose it.","Description of him and his clothing.","Will come tomorrow bringing money for land. Authorizes Woods to make arrangement with Feay.","Woods must move his fence which is interfering with National Road. In absence of superintendent have consulted Steenrod. \"Owing to the ill health of Steenrod's family we think by the track you pursue you are treating him with that injustice that a neighbour ought to shudder at.\"","Woods' land will not be sold for taxes.","Asks land values for purchase by others and himself.","Concerns a disputed account for hauling.","Concerns a debt owed by Spencer.","Trying to negotiate a settlement with Spencer concerning money.","Concerns terms of land deals. Gives opinion of how difficult Jeremiah Hunt will be to deal with. Lists prices of wheat, rye, corn, whiskey and flour.","Wants pay for himself and the 10th Brigade of Virginia militia.","Three New England families have arrived. John Coll was elected Colonel of militia. Wants Woods help in establishing a land office at Woodsfield. \"The mail from Marietta arrived for the first time at Woodsfield on Wednesday past.\"","Subject of where to locate National Road through Ohio is before committee. Anonymous writers are addressing Secretary of Treasury on the subject of road, imputing misconduct to Elie Williams, Josias Thompson and others.","Thanks Woods for paying an installment for him.","Discusses Ohio legislature and describes inauguration of Governor ?. Debating right of privilege on memorial of Joseph Kerr who was arrested while serving in General Assembly. \"Mr. Hoge and family are well. He has not been invited to give us prayers nor do I expect that he will.\"","Appoints Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnal, directors of the Northwestern Bank. Includes minutes of Governor of council making the appointments.","Announces Archibald Woods', William Chapline and Peter Yarnal's appointment to Board of Northwestern Bank. Details opposition to their appointments.","Has received Woods letter and with directions therein and papers from Jonathan Jacksonand will shape declarations in ejectment. Denies he is friend of U. S. Bank.","John Stipp has left down payment on land. State Senate passes resolution for convention. John Rowan and Jacob Burnett are there wishing to get a canal connecting Lake Erie to Ohio. Gives the legislative news. \"Mrs. Hoge has got a son and is well and the rest of the family.\"","Treaty with Indians in Ohio is signed and land will be surveyed and offered for sale. Treaty with Indians for purchase of land in Indiana is undecided. Secretary of Treasury is making exertions to have road completed from Uniontown to Washington.","Is sending copy of will of sister A. Poage and includes a copy of an affidavit for Woods to execute.","Sends estimate to erect a building for Woods.","Tells volume of mail he is handling as postmaster of Woodsfield. Sends Bishop's estimate.","Has checked into payment of revenue? for Ohio County. Last three years have been paid. Have not received any papers from directors of Northwestern Bank. Bill to raise legislators salary passed House of Delegates. Has bill before House to benefit Zacharia] Biggs. Bill to make paper of valley Bank receivable in treasury is applied for. Intend to have paper of Northwestern Bank included. Program slowly on revision of laws.","Wants to rent property from Woods.","Deerskins are not finished. Mr. Henry Jackson wants to rent a house from Woods. \"Squad of Yankeys have arrived at Woodsfield.\"","Lists terms he will sell his land on.","Encloses Jeremiah Hunts' terms. Send prices of wheat, rye, corn and flour. Sent flour to New Orleans.","Is working for establishment of a land office at Woodsfield.","Discusses a bank bill and other legislation pending before the Ohio legislature.","Sends itemized estimate for erecting a building.","Excuse for not having sent Woods money.","Wants to borrow 1000 to 1500 dollars from bank in Wheeling.","Ezekiel Davis wishes to buy two lots in Woodsfield.","Received final certificates.","Concerning land disputed between William Croghan and the heirs of Moses Chapline.","Asking Woods if he can occupy a situation for an office on Woods' lot.","Asking about militia pay in War of 1812.","Concerns a lease from Woods to Henry Jackson which was signed over to John Coll. Coll has gone over mountains. Owes money. Many think he will not return. Two merchants, a wheelwright and one hatter have come to Woodsfield.","Scope and Contents Reports on suit against James ? Dunlop.","Authorizes Woods to borrow 1500 dollars from Northwestern Bank of Virginia at Wheeling. He will use land as collateral.","Will drive Woods' carriage to the springs. Needs some notice.","Concerns Woods' case against Dunlop.","Sets up a meeting.","Is enclosing J. C. Wright's bond for Woods' shares of stock in the Steubenville Bank. Paull sold Wright his shares of stock on the same terms. Cannot procure anyone to drive carriage.","Sends medicine to Mrs. Woods' daughter whom doctor has diagnosed as having consumption.","Has received letter from directors. Is unable to pay money. Wants to know if one hundred barrels of Great Kanamha salt could be sold.","Thinks David Parson will pay money owed to Woods but money is scarce.","Offers his land again for sale. If Woods doesn't wish to buy, ask Capt. George Taylor. Has purchased a sugar plantation in Louisiana.","Has talked to Capt. George Taylor about Croghan's land. Lists his reasons for not purchasing it.","Asks Woods what paper he'll accept to discharge notes.","Wants Woods to come out to settle money owed to him. Asks him to bring compass and chain.","Has built a frame store on his lot. Wants boards for window sashes. Money is scarce.","Wants rent reduced and gives reasons.","Accepts Woods' offer for his land and will make a special warranty deed.","Asks for money for wool carding.","Scope and Contents Gives news of Wilson family. Asks permission to go to Augusta County, Virginia","Is letting Steenrod know what he plans to report to the Superintendent of the National Road concerning the section made by Steenrod.","Offers house and lot to repay notes.","Suit of Nicholas Administrators v. Caldwell, Woods et al. was decided for the defendants.","Col George Paull's slave has been bound to Mr. Lyon of Uniontown, Pa. Reports on Nichol's administrators v. Caldwell, Woods, et al. Decree has been made in Woods v. D. Lewis.","Trying to arrange a land deal.","Wants to move to Wheeling. Offers Woods his farm near Morgantown.","Makes an offer for Berkshire's property.","Accepts Woods offer for his land. His father is dangerously ill.","Alpheus Hillson started for Richmond. She intends going to school to Mrs. Gilison. Wants Mary Woods to come back and go with her.","Trying to collect debt owed to Woods.","Has attended to Woods' request for a distributing post office at Wheeling and McLure will be retained as postmaster.","Announces Board of Trustees meeting of \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies.\" Includes announcement, 1819, of appointment of Archibald Woods and others to serve on Board of Trustees of a \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies\" to be established by Mr. and Mrs. H. Eckstern.","Is enclosing the dates of the grants. Will pay taxes shortly. Thomas M. Randolph is elected governor. Three directors have been appointed for the North Western Bank.","To contract for building a mill race.","Does not think it expedient at this time to make Wheeling a distributing office.","Pay Franklin Woods ten dollars for a set of chairs.","Asks about land warrants.","Is sending a power of attorney.","Asks Caldwell to make public charges against Thomas Woods and himself.","Discusses his business. Has reduced debt in Philadelphia from $85,000 to $20,000. Expects Gen. Jackson will be ordered to take the Floridas. Discusses land in Alabama. Gives news of Woods family.","Has seen postmaster general regarding setting up a post office in Belmont County, Ohio.","Is enclosing transfer of land you sold to John Sipp. Transfer needs witnesses. Sipp cannot pay money owed to Woods. Money is scarce. Includes George Paull to Archibald Woods.","That Moses M. Chapline shall apply for a judgment against Woods because his deputy, Archibald Hamilton failed to return a \"Capias Ad Sales Faciendum.\"","Encloses a grant of land. Treasurer of Virginia John Preston has promised to refund money and resign. German Baker of Cumberland has been appointed. First teller of Richmond branch of U.S. Bank has left with money. Mentions other legislative business.","Wilson is deciding where to practice law. Applied for office of Councilor from Virginia. \"I was too well acquainted with the Tuckahoes to expect that any backwoodsman would be elected to that office...\" Asks his uncle's advice.","Has eight thousand brick ready for Woods.","Woods' son Thomas is commencing a suit against Joseph Caldwell for slander and wants to engage Doddridge.","Wants to see agreement between Woods et al and Stephen R. Wilson administrator \u0026 Joseph Spencer. Asks Woods to send copy.","Trying to settle a note. Will W. Man? wants to have a job to clean land and a place to live.","Does not wish to sell his land.","Unable to find anyone to rent Woods' place.","Offers to sell his land to Woods.","His friends have announced him for the Senate. Gives family news.","Disturbed over the lawsuit between Thomas Woods and J. Caldwell. Gives legal advice concerning a dispute between Woods and the Chapline family over William Croghan's land. Knows Woods will consult with Philip Doodridge. Pindall wishes to decline in favoring Thomas Wilson at next Congressional election.","Declines buying disputed land from Croghan because Chapline's have sold to a ? McCaine. Includes Woods copy.","Asks Woods to forward his memorial to the Postmaster General via Benjamin Ruggles to counter one being sent around for ? Yarnall.","Has presented memorial of Richard McClure to Postmaster General. Bill has passed Congress giving further time to purchasers of public lands to make the last payment. Thinks bill passed by Senate changing the land system will pass House of Representatives. Does not think bill to extend road through Ohio will pass.","Dispute over who is to rent Woods' land.","Has conferred with Pindall. McClure will be kept as postmaster unless a distributing office is set up at Wheeling. Did not address Postmaster-General.","Willson does not think his chances of election to Congress are very good.","Wants to exchange land 3 1/4 miles above Middlebourne with Woods.","To dine with Josias Thompson and his wife, Tridelphia.","Scope and Contents For Kirney to lease a house and garden in Wheeling, West Virginia","Wants to know if Woods will buy iron or castings? from him.","That his Uncle Archibald Woods has nothing to do with the breaking off of a marriage proposal between him and E. Cross.","Reports his version of a conversation between himself and James Spriggs concerning the marriage not taking place between E. Cross and Andrew Woods, Jr. Includes Autograph Note Signed, of Joseph Wilson, n.p. to Archibald Woods, n.p. Statement of Joseph Wilson as a witness to a conversation between Steenrod and Spriggs.","Denies allegations made by Armstrong about Woods' role in preventing marriage between Andrew Woods and E. Cross.","Surprised that Mr. Sprigg should bring him in as author of a report concerning Woods' connection with the breakup of a proposed marriage between Andrew Woods, Jr. and E. Cross.","Woods would like to serve as one of the commissioners to locate the National Road from Wheeling to the Mississippi.","Wants to obtain a statement from ? Washington about Woods' appointment as a commissioner of the National Road.","Has written to President to try to get Woods' appointed a commissioner for the National Road.","Report on the progress of a house Coll is building for Woods.","Scope and Contents Defends himself against accusations by Woods that Coll has wasted boards.","Unable to send deed.","Sends account for education of Miss E. Woods and Miss Wilson.","Unable to pay note due to Woods. Offers alternatives.","Sends deed by ? Drury whom he introduces to Woods. Asks that the $800 for the land be given to Drury.","Asks Woods to pay his bill for the National Intelligencer.","Unable to pay money he owes Woods. Has let ? Bishop go into a house owned by Woods.","James Pindall has resigned his seat in Congress. Wilson discusses those vying to succeed him.","Tries to arrange for two slaves to be sold together.","Analyzes political race to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","Scope and Contents Outlines legal issues over title to Croghan's land. Woods is unable to pay cash. Offers slave and flour. People in Ohio are protecting runaway slaves. The slave he offers in exchange for land he fears will run away to Ohio.","? Zane needs to exert himself more to be elected to Congress.","Unable to raise money.","Wants to borrow money from Woods if Woods will hire out the money he has a judgment for.","Asks Beacher, a lawyer, to collect money for him.","Tells of families and rentals in Woodsfield.","Jackson got a majority of votes in Monongalia County to succeed James Pinball in Congress.","Discusses money owed to Woods by Anthony Weaver.","Will accept slave for land, but not flour.","Discusses election to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","For Woods to act as proxy in election of directors for Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns appointment of directors to Northwest Bank of Virginia.","Concerns the nomination of directors to Northwest bank of Virginia.","Want to continue using Woods' house as a school.","Wants Woods to offer his George Paull land to Daniel Steenrod.","Discusses running a property line.","Discusses survey of land.","Thomas Wilson thinks Woods probably should sue John? Wilson. No opinion of Spencer case yet. Wants to marry Woods' daughter, Mary, who is his first concern. Discusses Congressional prospects.","Explains his delay because of stage accident.","Asks questions about her husband's land.","William Chapline, Jr., ? Yarnal and Woods are appointed directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia. Does not think Zane will be elected to Congress.","Has received a counterfeit bill from Woods.","Lists directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia Three new counties passed House of Delegates. Does not think legislature will act on re-apportionment.","Sends patent from Land Office. Thinks law will pass granting relief to purchasers of public land. Three members of Congress have died.","Attempts to collect money owed to Northwest Bank of Virginia? Includes Joseph Woods, Nashville, Tenn., to uncle Archibald Woods. Has moved to farm and bill outside of Nashville.","Recollections on appointments of Directors of Northwest Bank. Election of two persons to Council.","Wants to buy land from Woods to settle a dispute.","Concerns a report of debits and credits between Moses Shepherd and U.S. in regard to building the National Road.","First story of Woods' home is finished. Wants to put a shop on Woods' lot.","Hopes to have cases tried for lands on Middle Island. Needs surveys made.","Thomas Wilson will run for Congress against the Harrison County Candidate, E. B. Jackson.","Pleased Woods has given him permission to gain Woods' daughter, Mary's affections. Does not want to elect E. B. Jackson unopposed. Analyzes his father's (Thomas Wilson) chances.","Letter of recommendation for Sommerville \u0026 Moore who wish to borrow money from North West Bank of Virginia.","Asks Woods to be a character witness at his father's trial.","Needs to have special bail entered. Asks it a freeholder in Virginia can be sued although a resident out of the state. Asks that bonds be sent over by Thomas Woods.","Politeness of Mr. Henry Clay. Secretary of Treasury will decide how Moses Shepherd' accounts with U.S. (concerning the National Road) should be settled. \"Mr. Clay has given some assistance.\"","Request for cornmeal.","Has been informed that Woods is going to Indiana. Asks him to look into a land dispute for him.","Sends an account to Woods and asks for money.","For Woods to lease to Cole a tavern, farm, and ferries at mouth of Captina Creek.","Needs Woods to tend to collecting money for him.","Woods gives his philosophy of buying land and gives terms for an exchange of land with Smith.","Scope and Contents Gives excuses for not paying money owed to Woods and his prospects for paying it.","Hanes makes offer to work off debt owed to Woods by making brick.","Smith makes his offer to exchange land.","Presents an offer to settle money owed to Woods by John Stipp.","Thomas Wilson has lost election to Congress. Wilson's law practice has doubled due to the death of ? McGee, Woods' daughter, Mary, has agreed to marry Wilson.","Needs Davis to close contract on land.","Offers to sell his house, lot and farm to Woods.","Scope and Contents ? Buchanan is waiting Woods' reply about selling land.","Has examined land records concerning heirs of Moses Chapline.","Charles White has written to Raccoon Mills to pay taxes on Woods' land. Asks Woods to pay amount due to John White.","If Good will hire his bellows out to Joseph Handlon, Woods will see they are taken care of. Includes, document of Joseph Handlon (witnessed by Andrew Donaldson) acknowledging receipt of the bellows.","Needs a reply from Woods.","Col. Berkshire will write Woods. Wilson describes the house Berkshire has for sale in Morgantown and other houses available in the town.","Has collected money owed to Woods by Asher Jones.","Gives Woods legal advice on a landlord collecting from a tenant.","Asks Woods for patents to land. Woods has had money for the land for 25 years.","Does not think house will suit the land or her business. Commission wants to tear it down. Mrs. Jackson has quit housekeeping.","Scope and Contents Concerns a dispute between Woods and Shepherd over Woods asking for security for a loan. Woods rehearses various incidents involving the building of the National Road. Includes draft of of Archibald Woods to Moses Shepherd, 1821 September 24, concerning a dispute between Woods and Shepherd.","Scope and Contents Suggestions about a possible suit against ? Booth. Wilson wedding with Woods' daughter, Mary, is set for December 6. N. Evans can not yet tell if he will sell house. ? Stealey may be interested in exchanging property with Woods. Stealey's landed property is bound so he cannot sell or exchange it. Eugenuis M. Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia, to Anne (Poage) Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia. Knows she will miss her daughter, but hope she will not delay the wedding.","Agrees with Woods that honest, independent men should be appointed to Board of Directors of North West bank of Wheeling.","Deliver pork to Jasper Mallory.","Has paid taxes for Woods.","Wants to settle in Indiana and found a newspaper. Needs information from Woods on likely places to settle.","Wants to buy a house and lot from Woods.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods' help in settling accounts with Moses Shepherd concerning the building of the National Road.","Scope and Contents Thinks they need to obtain advice of Philip Doddridge.","Archibald Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnall have been continued as directors in Northwest Bank of Virginia Board of Public Works are determined to coerce payment of state dividend due from North West Bank.","Discusses trip and social events in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Congress has asked for commissioners to file report in Moses Shepherd business (Shepherd's accounts with the U.S. in the building of the National Road.)","Is enjoying life in the country. Gives disadvantages of Wheeling over Pittsburgh for trade. Involved in building the steamboat, \"Nashville of Tennessee.\" Still owes debts in Kentucky of $2l,4000. Gives news of Woods family in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia.","Wants to rent for only one year.","Scope and Contents Outlines a dispute with Isaac Jones.","Has received Woods' letter and expects to agree to the propositions.","Discusses terms of a land deal.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to give bearer, J. P. Seaman, two barrels of flour. Will be credited to Woods' subscription to the Presbyterian meetinghouse.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Statement requested by John Nichols of what Samuels \u0026 Burckhaud had said respecting yours \u0026 his business.","Wells gives his statement concerning business between John Nichols and Woods.","Does not think John Wilson will bring suit. Needs copies of agreement regarding the compromise of a lawsuit.","Declines complying with Spencer's request.","Scope and Contents Rehearses his dispute with Isaac Jones.","Would like to live on Woods' land another year.","Housing alternatives in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Has moved into house formerly occupied by Widow Jackson. Has gone in partnership with ? Gray in the tavern.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to get paints?","Corn is put up. Other farm business is tended to. Asks if Franklin Woods is going down the river.","How and when money for public land is due.","Notifies Woods his house must be moved.","Surprised Woods will not advance liquor for the tavern Coll and Gray want to establish in a building by Woods.","Bill for two land suits he is handling for Woods have not been paid.","Asks if a suit should be brought.","Asking for liquor for his tavern.","Scope and Contents His conveyance of land to Woods omits lifting an obligation to ? Cole. Cannot meet a proposal of Woods concerning flour and whiskey.","Misunderstood agreement with Woods.","Scope and Contents Recollection of a settlement of lawsuits against ? Nichols.","Asks Woods to survey some land.","Scope and Contents Register of the land Office, Marietta, Ohio. Asks Woods to send patent for land. Asks about a forthcoming sale.","Scope and Contents Request to let William Clark have two barrels of flour out of Woods' subscription to the meeting house.","Scope and Contents Encloses receipt for James Pindall's fees. Wilson's suit against Booth will be lengthy. Still finishing his house. Philip Doddridge is candidate for Congress. Extreme politeness shown Wilson family by Edward Brake ? Jackson.","Scope and Contents As executor of Jeremiah? Hunt, he cannot exchange his brother's land, but can sell it.","Does not wish to buy Woods' house.","Wants use of a lot.","Scope and Contents Thinks ? Meadows will buy land, if not, ? Buchanan will. Gives report on crops and prices. Describes hailstorm with stones measuring fourteen inches in circumference.","Will set out for Indiana. James Paull has a bond on agents of the Penetentiary at Frankfort.","Offers to divide and sell brother's estate's land.","Estimates cost of thirteen hundred dollars to build a house for Woods.","Eugenius has had fever. House is not finished yet.","On his way to New Orleans. Gives prices.","Has given information to ? Chesbrough. Recommends Chesbrough as a tenant.","Sold Woods' land to James Buckhanon. Gives news of his family.","Wants to know if Woods would exchange land in Ohio, for land in Indiana for Bowland's brother, Matthew.","Concerns property lines and rye.","Appreciates Woods' offer regarding his house in Wheeling, but his wife is unwilling to reenter tavernkeeping.","Scope and Contents Saying that he shipped himself on board the brig \"Harriot\" for Baltimore with paid passage \u0026 thirteen hundred \u0026 thirty dollars.","Illness of everyone, Wants more land.","Cannot keep tavern because wife is ill. Recommends John Isett.","Would like to visit the next day.","Brother Robert Poage got ankle dislocated. Has not heard anything respecting Mr. Jening's recent receipt?","Concerns a legal dispute. Will come in about October 5 or 6. concerns other collections.","Will write a lawyer he knows in Kentucky to get information for Woods.","Scope and Contents Describes death of Franklin Woods on board brig \"Harriott\". Woods' money, watch, and trunk are in possession of Capt. Diamond in Baltimore.","Concerns taking of depositions of Philip Doddridge, Thomas Wilson and ? Hammond. \"I am of your opinion that the cause ought to be tried while Judge Tucker is on the Bench. I like his bold strait-forward way of getting at justice.\" Thomas Wilson's health is not good. His wife and child went out in carriage.","Encloses a short address and petition relative to removal of the Seat of Government.","Supervision of cleaning out of street. Expresses sympathy in loss of Woods' son.","Asks Woods for a description of his house in Wheeling.","Judgment has been obtained in case of Paul's assignee v. Boothe. Mary is in as good health as could be expected from her \"delicate situation.\" Does not think he will move to Wheeling.","Gives legal advice from ? Hammond concerning the building of a house.","Has discussed deal with ? Minor. Coll will take the bargain under certain arrangements.","Asks Woods to deliver to Woods, Paull \u0026 Co. the bonds of Joseph Vanmeter as security.","Recounts death of Franklin Woods. Gives statement of Barr Wilson in lawsuit of Wilson against Daniel Booth.","Goes over his side of an argument with Shepherd apparently concerning Shepherd's business with the North West Bank.","Will take Woods' property if Woods will put house in order.","Has tended to paying Croghan's land taxes. Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Recommends ? Gray.","Scope and Contents James Pleasants elected governor. William Brown of Williamsburg was elected chancellor of Fredericksburg or Williamsburg District. Mentions possibility of removal of seat of justice in Ohio County, Virginia","Bill appointing commissioners to locate seat of justice in Ohio County was rejected by committee]. Bill passed House of Delegates ratifying the convention entered into by Henry Clay and Benjamin Watkins Leigh. Discusses re-apportionment.","Scope and Contents Outlines debate over moving seat of justice in Ohio County, West Virginia \"Doddridge conducts himself well and is decidedly the ablest man in the House.\"","Has received letters \"giving the sad tidings of your sons deaths, both of them esteemed by us all....\" Lists his selections of public lands. Excuses why he has not been to White River. Has built four cabins. Gives crop prices.","Declines making a contract for a house belonging to Swearinger and gives reasons.","Scope and Contents \" I am very much so feeble as much as possible to be out of be \u0026 troubled with doleful low spirits. The Lord knows I have not had much in a married life but what has been pain to body and mind;\" Grieves for brother. Writes about her son, Alfred.","Asks that Silvia (a slave) be sent to her.","Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Encloses form of deed and an opinion. Has referred matter of slave, Sylvia or Silvia, to Mary, but is fearful that if Woods can not manage her, he will be unable to. Pleased to send Washington Wilson? to Philadelphia for glasses. Discusses benefits sight will provide.","Excuse for not getting brick for Woods.","Is writing for John Stipp to ask Woods to stay execution for money owed Woods.","Asks Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Asks for receipt and that Paull would try to get Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Request for corn and straw.","Asking them to hurry to complete a house they are building for him to minimize fire hazard.","Request for flour and bran.","Scope and Contents His wife, Mary, is in excellent health. Includes, Autograph Letter Signed, of Mary (Woods) Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods Gives news of family.","Sends form of a deed. Has asked Alpheus Wilson to decide to go to Wheeling or stay in Morgantown. If he stays, Eugenius Wilson will go to Wheeling.","Thinks he can collect money from McLean \u0026 Guard.","Urges him to finish house.","Asks Woods to have his lot for a house surveyed.","Explains delay in settling debt of James Okey to Woods.","Announces birth of a daughter.","Lists quarters of public lands. Asks that deeds for certain lands be sent.","Lists two questions about the Cumberland Road and asks Doddridge to respond so people can decide whether or not to vote for him for Congress. Includes Doddridge responding to Woods' questions.","Asks information about land on Fishing Creek.","Needs to go to Washington, D.C. to save himself for an endorsement in the North West Bank.","Describes how she feel after her daughter is one month old. Has no one with her except a black woman named Dark? Would rather Silvia not come.","Discussing possibility of lawsuit between Noah Zane and Woods.","Unable to comply with summons.","Request for flour.","Is trying to sell his farm.","Flour from Woods' mill is too dark. Asks to buy some more.","Offers deal to Woods to lease land with option to buy.","Describes the activities of the household. Plans trip. Mentions slave, Dark.","Description of Indiana and Indianapolis, in particular.","Wants to buy a lot.","Family news.","Wants to move West, but needs Woods' advice on where to settle. Eugenius ill with bllious fever. Lists candidates for Congress, including Philip Doddridge.","Reports on Edgar C. Wilson's trip to Indiana. Alpheus has not yet decided about moving. A lawsuit in Clarksburg has been continued. Gives Chancellor's reasons and states that North West Bank needs to answer.","Request for money. Brother is dying.","A man has applied for a lease of Woods' land to make saltpetre.","Asks for a legal opinion concerning one of the North West Bank of Virginia directors Moses H. Shepherd owing money to the Bank.","Asks Woods about land in Tyler County.","Describes Indiana and his circumstances living in Indianapolis.","Cannot get his money from Moses Shepherd for building a bridge on the National Road.","Sends five dollars although he doesn't think he owes Burns.","Describes court system in Indiana. Complains about its Constitution and laws. Death of Mrs. Eli Stealey. Col. Paxton who owes money to Thomas Wilson lives there. Mentions Jacob Wetzel?","Does not want to go back to Captina. Has hogs ready to drive.","Concerns an injunction gotten by ? Booth.","Needs answers of Benjamin W. Wilson, George Paull and Archibald Woods to an injunction obtained by Booth. Bears notes by Archibald Woods.","Leaves a contract for land up to Woods.","Requests $13 on Archibald Woods' account.","Bill for the National Intelligencer.","Wants Woods to stop a survey being entered by Neil Gunn.","Interested in land owned by Woods on Middle Island.","Serving as deputy clerk. \"A good many Indians allways about Fort Harrison...they are quite peacable however I was under the necessity of giving a Potawatomy a flogging a few days ago for his impudence.\" Has a full set of surveying instruments. Has written Thomas Woods about his land. Is guardian of 12 year old boy.","Concerns taking of depositions in lawsuit involving ? Wilson.","Does not think anything should be done regarding threat against North West Bank of Virginia until director carries out threat.","Director who owes money to bank has hired able lawyers including Philip Dod]ridge.Should bank settle debt by accepting stock at par?","Unable to travel to Clarksburg as witness in U. States v. Salathial Curtis. Asks to be excused.","Injunction of Booth v. Paull was dissolved as to all except $350. Case of Caruthers against North West Bank of Virginia was decided in favor of bank. Case of Poage against Thomas Wilson decided for Wilson. People in Clarksburg want to effect a reorganization of judicial districts.","Wants to buy clay from Woods' swamp.","Dispute over security for rent.","Describes situation of lawyers in Indianapolis.","Has a man, William Drenninger,who wishes to lease Woods' property.","Asks him to send patents and to speak to governor about money owed to North West Bank of Virginia by Moses H. Shepherd. Asks him to see if land in Tyler County was sold for taxes.","Lists taxes owed on land in Tyler County.","Unable to see him. Ash can rely on Woods' doing what he said he would.","Jacob Ash cannot pay for land on Middle Island. Carothers would like to buy on same terms.","Will accept slave in trade for Hog Run land.","Scope and Contents Read letter to Barr who is interested in land if he can sell his. Finch is not interested in proposal made to him by Woods as it stands.","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Governor will not express an opinion on money Moses Shepherd owes to North West Bank. Directors will be appointed next week. Willson does not wish to run again for General Assembly.","Has begun suit against Booth. Elated at prospect of armory being fixed at Jackson's Forge on Cheat Mt. six miles from town. \"If we get the Armory-then the canal will come near that-and what a space does that open for building castles in the air!\"","Is enclosing copies of patents. Elkins' patent cannot be found. Old directors of North West Bank re-appointed. Discusses several bills concerning the Bank and taxation. Friends of William Crawford are in favor of Congressional caucus.","Prefers Leffler for Senate over Morgan. Thinks Morgan's name and residence will give him a large majority in this County over Leffler, Edgington or McCloy. Asks Woods to send circumstances of lawsuit involving land purchased from William Croghan. If he runs for General Assembly would have to give up office he holds, would lose business while in Richmond and could not save money \"if a man mingles with the first ranks of Society \u0026 lives with the most influential members which I should certainly do in order to give myself standing which would enable me to be useful to my constituents.\" Attempting to contract for books in Baltimore. \"Stephen does tolerably well after having rec'd several whippings.\" Does not think Armory will be located yet.","Continues in readiness and waits for Woods to come.","General assembly business. Richmond Junto is for Crawford, Clay next.","North American Insurance Companywill insure Woods' house. Presents terms.","Bill to amend charter of Northwestern Bank was rejected in Committee. Majority for Crawford. Clay stands next to Crawford. Morgan is candidate for the Senate. Expect to elect Charles F. Mercer a brigadier general. Bill for additional appropriation to the University of Virginia has many enemies.","Has toured various countries. Describes Weston. Thinks Philip Doddridge will have a better chance for election this election.","Applies to Graham for redress because Joseph Woods would not sell land.","Describes her household.","Needs information on whether to bid against Clarke for land.","Cannot find patents to land on Hog Run.","Wants to buy land.","Has not find papers for Hog Island land. Has no objection to suit being instituted in his name.","\"The presidential quesion is slumbering \u0026 the cause of the Greeks is occupying its place.\" Against the state borrowing money to improve James and Potomac Rivers.","Is enclosing a legal opinion. Gives advice on suit in Croghan's name. Also legal questions regarding suit against Booth. Joseph T. Daugherty will run for General Assembly.","Has settled Woods' delinquent land tax.","Alterations made in judiciary system. Presidential politics in Indiana.","Sale of house, lot and tannery of James Okey, deceased.","Has leased Woods' land and would like to buy it. Makes offer.","Terms for leasing land from Woods.","Misunderstanding over Conner working for Woods the previous fall.","Includes draft of Archibald Woods to ? Rapp.","Cites laws pertaining to military land warrants. \"My greatest anxiety at this time is to get a library.\"","Purchased 27 acres on hill north of town.","William Deringer has agreed to lease part of Woods' quarter. Questions about location of water.","Hunt is ready to sell land and can make a good title.","Arrangements to obtain slave Woods is trading for land.","Detained by lowness of river.","Norval Wilson?. Has a fine girl. Ready to change her name. Is giving ? short \"soft looks.\" Gives other family news.","All fractions and part of fractions of land will be offered at remaining sales in half quarters.","For 16,4000 acres in Tyler County. Bears affidavits by A. S. Brickhead. Copy made by D. Hickman.","Is not interested in selling land and buying any of Hunt. Concerned about healthiness of the land. Describes number of game killed. Describes his property. Expects Wetsel? to go with him to look for a lead mine the Indians have told him of.","May expect him within two weeks.","Informs Rapp of a mistake in quantity of land.","Could not send money by John Owens because he does not get along. \"...Mrs. Bowland has not spoke to her father, nor uncle since the time of her marriage.\" Will send money by Edgar Campbell Wilson.\"I am about to open a house of entertainment in this place.\"","Unwilling to compel slave to leave Woods that was to be exchanged for land. Send $400 instead.","\"...I send Hazel and have no doubt he will please you. As he has not seen you, I have had to promise that if he is not pleased with his situation I will replace him...\"","Cannot meet with Woods about land deal.","Has purchased land at Woods' request.","Wants to buy a fractional part of a quarter of public land.","Asks Skinner to convey a letter and money to Joseph Hood for public land.","Speculates on a trip. Slave, Darky, is ill. Children, Ann and Steve, always get into mischief. Washington started yesterday to Canonsburgh to college. Neighbor, Mrs. Dougherty is dying of consumption.","Asks payment of fees for legal services rendered in Paull v. Daniel Booth.","Defends himself from Woods' remarks concerning the painting of a fence by his son and other remarks.","Tried to carry out Woods instructions in regard to the purchase of a fraction of public land but was unable to because of rules cited by Joseph Woods, Register of Land Office and by the Receiver.","Crops, hunting.","Offers slave for sale.","Concerns vines.","Wants to buy land from Hunt.","Will forward deed to Woods when he picks it up in Louisville. Would like to see slave \u0026 reconcile him to accompany him to Kentucky, \"for I assure you, I can not resort to force to induce it... I could not think of having him delivered to me at this place, or of his remaining here any time, the best of servants would get spoiled in this place directly.\"","Chancellor's opinion is that redress should be sought on covenant of warranty which rests in the heirs, not the administrator.\"","Bank is not selling drafts until September.","Is suspending the issuing of a patent until after next Congress.","Woods' land at Woodsfield do not live up to his expectations. Would like list of Indiana lands.","Description of journey from Wheeling to Morgantown. Daniel Booth and John Wilson have been committed to jail by marshals.","Cannot find record that Woods paid taxes. Needs to pay to keep land for being sold. Includes Benjamin W. Wilson, to Archibald Woods, asking Woods for money and informing him he could not get oxen.","Desires to buy land.","Apologizes for sending deed after Woods declined to purchase the land. Still would like to sell it.","To sell 300 acres of land to Andrew Ragu, Drury Baker and George Baker.","Daniel Booth and Juno Wilson were bonded out of jail and broke the bond. General Booth was security and now is bound for whole debt. Family news. Edgar has given up intention of returning to Indiana.","Will bring cattle the following week.","Needs depositions from Woods for Chapline's lawsuit in which Woods will be cross examined.","Illness in neighborhood. Is thinking of leaving. Asks about land owned by Woods.","Will transfer land when requested.","Will be at Woodsfield, 1824 October 11. Offers tanyard.","Makes offer for lots.","Makes offer for lots.","Family news.","Asks Woods to endorse for $500.","Asks for specifics of land offer.","Wishes to buy lot in Woodsfield. Includes, Note of memorandum by Woods of an offer to Miller, 1824 October 30.","Asks for more information for Chapline's lawsuit.","Unable to attend court in case of U.S. v. Salathiel Curtis.","Unable to pay for lot. Lists different alternatives.","Legal advice pertaining to Woods v. John and Stephen R. Wilson and the land claimed by William Croghan, Jr. and the Chaplines.","Concerns bill for Ohio Company presented to bank that should be paid if Thomas Wilson says it should be paid. Includes document of Thomas Wilson,stating that he did not handle the suit, but James McGee did. Tells what he knows.","Edgar has gone to Mason County, Virginia. Alpheus does not like living in Pennsylvania. Nancy (Wilson) Crawford died in June, leaving three month old child.","To build a log cabin. Gives specifications.","Has not been paid by Moses Chapline.","Wants more information about tending mill for Woods.","Needs answer to Archibald Woods' question. Includes Israel to Sehon undated, stating he has already responded to Woods. 1 page.","Immediately sent Woods' letter down to Jacob Israel.","Makes an offer for property.","Wants to lease land from Woods.","Thinks bill for Moses H. Shepherd and his account with the National Road] will pass both houses in Congress. Vote for President and Vice President will be held that day. Bill has passes House for continuation of Cumberland Road.","Scope and Contents Heard of opposition in Ohio County to Philip Doddridge. Doddridge is favorite of Monongalia. \"The people here appear to be weary and ashamed of such a feeble, inefficient cypher as our present representative.\" Interest in Union canal.","Mrs. McLeery's house and lots are for sale. She is interested in living there. \"you mentioned in your last letter you would like to sell Sye and his wife to some person here. I don't know any person here that is able to unless Alpheus would. When he moved to Pennsylvania he set his free and now he is coming to Virginia he will want them.\" Alpheus' wife has another daughter.","Since Cumberland Road continuation is settled, district will no longer be divided. Asks that Woods bring correspondence between E. W. Wells and ? Morgan to the election. \"I have a strong personal desire to be elected at this time. I feel that I have almost subdued a habit which has long held me depressed. A change of circumstances would assist me with a powerful moral force.\"","Pays debt to bank. Asks to borrow more money.","Wants to know it he will lease for another year.","Deposit in Bank of Indiana for money owed to Woods by John and Joseph Smith.","Thanks Woods for 10 volumes of state papers. \"Mary is in no conditon to travel....\" Received $200 for Booth money in PaullV. Booth.Would like History of the Council of Trentfrom Woods' library. Doddridge is campaigning well. Hopes for canal.","Dispute over hogs.","Concerns rye.","Legal opinion concerning judgment of Ohio Company against Edward and Jonathan Jackson.","Upset that Joseph Johnson will be elected. Has not heard who is appointed judge in place of ? Jackson.","Received Woods' agreement in case of Woods et al. v. Wilson. Woods can take Charles Hammond's deposition in Cincinnati. Questions to ask.","Concerns parts for a repair?","Will pay him as soon as he can. Cannot find purchaser. If bad health this season, he will leave.","Asking Shepherd to pay debt owed to Franklin Woods.","Authorizes Caldwell to execute deed of trust in debt owed to Franklin Woods by Moses Shepherd.","Sends oxen to be sold. Deletes land deal between ? Clarke and ? Martin.","Concerns taking of Hammond's deposition in Wilsonv. Woods.Thinks Woods or someone should \"attend for Doddridge may be absent-may be drunk....\" Does not trust Doddridge because he is employed by Spencer if Wilson wins lawsuit. Mentions canal. Family news.","Asks questions regarding notices on the taking of depositions in Wilson v. Woods. Includes Archibald Woods to Eugenius M. Wilson. Concern Wilson v. Wood.","Will keep the oxen.","Purchased a pair of bears? Will not again be a candidate unless that should entirely consist with the views of E. M. Wilson and Thomas Hayward.","Ready to do millwright work.","Needs to know time he is to give deposition in Wilson v. Woods. Needs note in North West Bank of Virginia continued.","Failed to get Hammond's deposition because no hour specified in the notice. Thomas Wilson has dropsy. His best \"negro man, George, whether from some physical disease or from grief...of his master's death...suddenly went mad...got into the river and was drowned.\"","Woods' lands near Salt Creek will be valuable because of salt.","Thanks Woods for catching his mare.","(Apparently has been elected to a church conference?) of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Family news, including wife's approaching confinement and father's (Thomas Wilson) health.","Family news including her approaching confinement, health of her father-in-law (Thomas Wilson). Husband, Eugenius, has been elected to convention at Staunton.","Asks Woods' help with note to be put in North Western Bank.","Mary had girl. Sick afterwards. Treatments described.","Unhappy over route through his land. Also not pleased with goods sent by Mallory.","Depositions have been taken in Wilson v. Woods.","For 1180 acres in Belmont County, Ohio. Bears affidavit of Samuel Fitch and recorded by William Paris, Jr.","Needs $300 to be given to Knox \u0026 McGee.","Unable to obtain Philip Doddridge's deposition. Left him drunk at Staunton. Legal advice to Woods. Family news.","Ill-health of Mary (Woods) Wilson. Baby is named Frances. Prospective trips.","Needs to depend upon having Woods' place to rent.","Archibald Woods to ? defending himself from charge he induced Knox \u0026 McKee to not honor recipients drafts.","Will not attend examination because son, William, has nothing memorized to deliver. Asks why. Includes Archibald Woods, to Jasper Mallory, concerning money owed by Mallory to Woods.","Emily would like to go to school in Baltimore.","Scope and Contents Wilson v. Woods was not tried. \"Negro woman and three children\" belonging to estate he was administering ran away. He may be liable. \"The negros are leaving this County by whole families and very few retaken. I look for Darky to go next and I shall not much regret it for although she is a good house servant yet I cannot (unless I lock her up every night) prevent her from getting into bad company, and she has now become almost a common strumpet--a being that I loathe to look upon.\" has not received money in Paull v. Booth.","Needs to know what arrangement is to be made for Moses H. Shepherd to pay debt.","Woods' son-in-law, C. D. Knox has left word regarding Tavern. Asks Woods to send terms.","Concerned over a director owing bank money.","Describes his tavern in Wheeling and its location.","Family news from Augusta County, Virginia. Eugenius Wilson is unpopular because perceived as spearheading prosecution against two members of General Assembly, Edward Watts and Francis Billingsley for bribery. Mentions effect of death of James Pindall.","Suit has been instituted in Superior Court of Law against ? Childers?","Concerns about lawsuit which charges a title to land Woods is involved in is vague. Asks for patents and information.","Redeems watch. Asks Woods to come survey land.","Asks if a position is available at Knox \u0026 McKee for Washington Wilson. Death of Thomas Wilson.","Washington Wilson declines position with Knox \u0026 McGee and has accepted one elsewhere. Death of Thomas Wilson and death of Sarah Woods.","Suggests Woods come to next Court when Court House will be discussed.","Pork is rejected by Navy inspectors. Settled business with Moses H. Shepherd who will dismiss lawsuits.","Political prospects for Congress. News of Morgantown. Summarizes letter from a runaway slave.","Progress of lawsuit in Wilson v. Woods.","Unable to pay money owed to Woods.","Chancellor Tucker has rendered decision. Wilson v. Woods must be decided by jury. Doddridges' arguments good. Received Booth money.","Outlines political strategy to convince Haymond not to run for Congress.","Roadmakers are ready to cut drain through Woods' field.","Predicts results in congressional race. Brother Norval Wilson married to ? Howland.","Unable to pay money.","Order for flour.","Builders of National Road have let water onto his garden.","Recommends ? Kennon to purchase land.","Has checked lawsuits of Kershner v. England, Morris, Woods \u0026 Caldwell.","Would like to be appointed superintendent of road.","Inquires about land his deceased father owned in Ohio County. If Woods never collected money for A. Hamilton, he won't from his estate which will be insolvent. McClandhan's mother died 1824 May.","William Brookover would like to rent land from Woods.","Darky, slave, has tried to run away twice. Is being returned to Woods family.","Concerned over money owed Northwestern Bank by a director. Recommends three names to be appointed as director.","Suggests Woods direct finishing of his warehouse.","Transmits money owed to Woods by ? Maxwell.","Compromise proposed in Wilson v. Woods. Cresap v. Chapline's heirs was decided in favor of Cresap. Has sold Darky to man in Harrison County for $300.","Thinks Doddridge will stand better chance of winning than Leffler for Congress.","Concerns appointment of Woods as a director of Northwestern Bank.","Concerns Wilson v. Woods, Woods v. Booth, and Woods' place as director of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Will defend three directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against being surplanted.","Concerns Emily Knox's dissatisfaction with her school in Baltimore.","Does not recommend compromise in Wilson v. Woods. Problem with directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia T. P. Ray and Alpheus P. Wilson will attend canal convention before going to Richmond. Does not trust Thomas S. Haymond. Passes on name of George Kyger for tavern. Wilson will act as clerk in T. P. Ray's absence.","Maxwell expects to pay money owed to Woods.","Moses Shepherd wants to meet with Woods.","Defends Henry St. George Tucker from charge of being an agent of John R. Wilson (charges perhaps levied by Philip Doddridge).","Notifies Ruggles that there is already a post office named Captina Creek in Belmont County, Ohio so suggests another name.","Family news.","Travel in Missouri in winter.","Making arrangements to pay note. Candidate for next Congress. Hopes Woods will not move against Middle Island Company.","Need postal route on west side of Ohio River. Asks Woods' advice.","Satisfied with how situation regarding indebtedness of directors of Northwester Bank of Virginia has turned out. Yarnall, Sprigg and Shepherd together owe about $70,000. Sprigg and Shepherd re-elected. Quotes Woods' misgivings about Henry St. George Tucker. Should resist any change in venue in Woods v. Wilson.","Advice on a postal route west of Ohio River.","Route has been established to serve Captina Point (now Powhatan Point).","Has horse for sale.","No reply to previous letter. Will call on Woods to take deposition concerning claim of Moses Shepherd for building National Road.","Sends dried peaches. Does not want to rent Woods' place when lease expires.","Major Smith intends to become a tenant under Woods.","Post route has been established including Woodsfield.","Advice in Wilson v. Woods. Family news including the education of an orphan child.","Damage done to Woods' land by a tenant. Suggests a ? Davis to make 100,000 brick.","Will take along with James Smith the store and warehouse.","Will pay bills for daughter, Emily, and make arrangements for her trip home.","Does not consider land cleared properly by Miller.","Wants to buy wood from Woods.","Has sold tanyard--asks Woods or George Paull to make out deed to William Craig, the purchaser. Business is stirring at Woodsfield.","Concerns land claimed by James McHenry. Gives information concerning McHenry's family. Probably concerns Wilson v. Woods.","Asks Woods to call on him at his office.","Concerns money owed by ? Maxwell.","Woods v. Boothe. Has settled with Mrs. Pindall. Woods v. Wilson did not gain a change of venue and Henry St. George Tucker's opinion.","Asks about note for money owed by ? Smith.","Inability to pay money owed to Woods.","Will tend to collecting money for Woods.","Bad health of Robert Woods. Gives news of extended family. Wants flour sent to him on a regular basis.","Family news.","Sends eight dollars.","Agrees to buy land.","Has deposited $1520 in bank for Wilson's use. Bring deed to Philadelphia.","Shall attend a sale.","Needs to stay in Morgantown to attend to client's business. Will have subpoenas served. Thinks Doddridge should be examined as a witness.","Needs aged whiskey.","Wants to give up place. Recommends Obed Morris to have it.","Learned through Thomas S. Haymond that it is intention of Yarnal \u0026 Co. to make a violent effort to get the ascendancy in the direction of the Northwestern Bank. Has erred in recommending Zane as a director.","Unable to see John Rector.","Encloses $250 From ? Maxwell. Thinks Chancellor Tucker will refuse motion for a new trial. Jacobs and Doddridge \"argued rather feebly....I explained to the Judge all the circumstances of the trial on our journey up from Morgantown to this court.\"","Asks questions about the building of a turnpike since one has been authorized by legislature from Nashville to Columbia.","Dispute over Woods' not putting warehouse in repair and over the price of a horse.","Has gotten load and a halt of clay and has filled up holes in bank which he understands is Woods' objection to taking clay.","Disappointed at Chancellor Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods. Gives advice on next legal steps to take.","Scope and Contents Answers inquiries made by Woods in  Wilson v. Woods . Doddridge upset at remark he was unwell. Has put a piece in the paper under signature of \"concert\" supporting Adams meeting.","States condition of Northwest Bank of Virginia Recommends against appointment of Moses W. Chapline or ? Yarnall as directors.","Answering questions posed by Archibald Woods about methods and cost of building National Road. Also mentions Ohio Road and McAdams Plan of road construction. Questions in handwriting of Woods.","Asks delay in paying money.","Had anti-Jackson meeting. Ladies have formed literary society which meets in Wilson's office every Monday evening in which the Bible makes a part of their reading.","Wants to rent Woods' tavern in Wheeling.","Terms of land deal.","Must have whole record copied--not selected parts. Legal advice in Wilson v. Woods. Believes Chancellor Tucker was wrong in directing issue to be tried. Advises an appeal.","Anthony D. Clarke borrowed $5,000 from Woods secured by deed of trust for land. Asks it they have the funds.","Will give up his house in Frederick. Then will look out for a first rate hotel. Thanks Charles D. Knox for writing him about Woods' hotel in Wheeling.","Asks her father to visit. Discusses her children. Has clergyman boarding with them who will teach school.","Wants to buy land. Includes John H. Jenkins to Archibald Woods, recommending Strean?","Describes arrival of first steamboat, \"Reindeer\" at Morgantown. Court record of Wilson v. Woods will not be copied for a month because it is so large and clerk has other records to copy. Alpheus P. Wilson and T. P. Ray started to Richmond to attend Anti-Jackson Convention.","Would like to rent a house if Woods or any of his friends buys it.","Has received court record of 216 pages in Wilson v. Woods. Gives legal advice for the appeal. Morgan has declared for Senate.","Legal advice.","Send survey of 800 acre tract at Middle Island and he will make offer.","Ready to give out brickmaking contract, for courthouse in Woodsfield?","Asks Caldwell to stop cutting timber on land sold to Nathan Ilanes. Includes memorandum of letter to Governor by Woods concerning Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Does not think the bill concerning his account with the U.S. for building the National Road will be acted upon this session.","Needs to borrow money from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Asks help in getting a note discounted.","Asks if he can pay debt with steers and horses.","Sends carpet yarn to be colored and woven. Does not want a little girl to help in house. Mr. Russ (Presbyterian minister) is boarding with them.","Asks help in obtaining loan from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Sends two pigs.","Has procured two six week old pigs for Woods.","Believes Henry St. George Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods will be reversed. Chapman Johnson is tending to appeal. High spirits in Morgantown due to prospects for railroad. He and Ray are directed to invest $3200 in bank stock as executors of N. Evans.","Asks Woods' help in getting payment from Moses Shepherd for helping to build bridge as part of the National Road. Daniel Steenrod owes him.","Scope and Contents Thanks him for new saddle. Hope he will go to the Springs.","Asks Woods to advance fee.","There is a case against Dillon for $1,000 ordered by Jacobs. Clark will appeal in ejectment case.","Answers complaints about the shoeing of Woods' horse.","Hesitant to give advice in Clark lawsuit, but does so. Has applied to be Commonwealths Attorney in Brooke, Tyler and Randolph counties.","Cannot pay him yet. Since Woods is concerned with Wheeling foundry, asks for a cast screw and plate for pressing cloth at his fulling mill.","Adams has sold land in Delaware. Will pay Woods when that is settled. Sehon will pay his part even if he has to borrow.","Would like to borrow two hundred dollars from Woods.","New York is in favor of Andrew Jackson. New York \"is destined to be a Great Nation within itself.\"","Concerns Daniel Clark.","Leaving for Bedford. Did not get appointment as Commonwealth's Attorney for Brooke County or Tyler County. Still a candidate for Randolph County.","Concerns possibility of a canal. Public is losing confidence in Railroad company.","Father-in-law needs land. Send terms.","Will attend to entering land for Woods.","Clark says Woods has libeled and will not agree to terms.","Legal advice concerning injunction against Clarke.","Passes on legal advice from Genin and his advice in lawsuit against Clark.","Horatio Bakewell needs clay.","Gives his advice in lawsuit against Clarke. Thinks Woods should have compromised. Sends money for Alfred's bill.","Legal advice regarding the administration of an estate.","Interested in renting house.","Washington Wilson is seeking a new position.","Clark did not give security in lawsuit.","Clark did not give security. May compromise. Have lost member of Congress.","Interested in being miller.","Advises against lawsuit in name of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against ? Adams. Justifies Sehon's bill for copying court record. Alpheus P. Willson has son, Evans.","Scope and Contents Megurder? unwilling to give bail to close deed.","Describes stay in Pittsburgh.","Will make deed and send it. Father's health is bad.","Will lease stove and storehouses at Powhatan Point.","News of Morgantown and their mutual friends.","Has entered land for Woods.","Dispute with Jasper? Mallory.","Woods has been appointed state proxy to represent state in the North Western Bank of Virginia. General Assembly is discussing Georgia and South Carolina anti-tariff resolutions.","Has decided to marry Mrs. McFerran, sister of Stephen Clowell. Gives reasons.","Unable to pay Woods.","Pannell need to finish house he is building for Woods.","Remits money.","Legal advice in lawsuit against Clarke.","Asks for location of Woods' land near his land so he can examine it.","Concerns candidates for election to Constitutional Convention of 1829. Mentions Edgar Campbell Wilson's prospects for re-election. Is worried about financial matters. Has spent one-fourth of income on religious and charitable matters.","Would like to meet concerning mill.","Discusses his reelection campaign. Mentions newspaper. Eugenius' candidacy for Convention of 1829.","Cannot wind up business and take Woods' mill for two months. Would like to be let off contract.","Needs Woods to attend bank board meeting of Northwestern Bank of Virginia and bring Steenrod so Board can authorize Thomas Woods to release a claim.","Would like to take Woods' mill.","His candidacy for the Constitutional Convention of 1829 and his position on reform.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Thought McLure had sold his foundry.","Crippled and unable to do anything. Dispute over building a house for Woods.","Tries to settle debt.","Balance due in public land entered by Woods.","Prospects for Mallory to rent mouth of Captina.","Gives terms for selling land to Woods.","Deed needs to be re-done. Buckhannon unable to pay. Sylvanus Tarkington makes offer for land. Leffler and brother do not like the country.","Sends bank notes by Archibald Woods.","Making plans in case her husband, Eugenius, attends Constitutional Convention of 1829.","Dissatisfied with house Randolph has built.","Needs payment for land.","Dispute with ? Pollock.","Needs note discounted.","Does not know when patent will be issued on Peter Hines' land.","Needs to meet with Woods regarding the \"Captina Business.\"","Needs Woods influence with court. Will come alone because it is not safe to bring Negroes to that County.","Details of a trip to Bloomington, Ind.","Coulter quotes law on deputy clerks to show that his signature on a certificate of a deed is valid.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Asks Woods' help with debt owed by James Woods \u0026 Co.","A statement concerning money owed him by ? Booth.","Answers questions about land he sold.","Answers questions about sale of mortgaged land by Henry Smith.","Reports on value of Woods' land. Mentions grant of land for canal through the state.","Found house. Will pay Woods for pasture.","Will come to Wheeling to check on house being built for him there.","Talked to his father about mortgaged land that was sold. Promise family will pay Woods.","Sends copy of caveat.","Wants to buy town lot from Woods.","Sends Woods notice of money due.","? Thomas is interested in renting a tavern.","Concerns Silas Bowery who purchased mortgaged land from Henry Smith. Sends bill for services as a spy attested by John Brown who was a ranger at the same time.","Scope and Contents Deed between Archibald Woods and Ann Woods of the first part, John McLure and Mary McLure of the second part, James H. Forythe and Ellen Forsythe of the third part, John List and Ann List of the fourth part, and Thomas Woods and May Woods of the fifth part all of Ohio County, West Virginia] and Thomas Johnston, Israle Updegraff, John List and Ellen List of the sixth part to convey land in North Wheeling.","Wants to take house (hotel?) from Woods.","Terms for King to lease a tavern.","Will be in Wheeling to negotiate lease.","Re-assures Woods about mortgaged land.","Introduces Thomas Edmundson who is a stockholder in Franklin Turnpike Road and is inspecting U.S. Road (McAdam's Road.)","Wants to know if Woods will agree to sell his father's (E. McClanahan) land. Has nine children, all daughters. He will be sixty-one in April. Other news of his family.","Asks if John Caldwell and wife are alive.","Wants to clarify title to land transferred by Wheeling Co. to Middle Island Company. Concerned about the dower right of Mrs. John Caldwell.","Has paid Woods' taxes. Explanation concerning a lease.","Concerns orders for bricks.","Delay in readying Globe Inn. Can get present building ready.","Discusses career plans, medical school, and growth of Cincinnati.","Toll gates on U.S. Road will not pass. May get single appropriation to repair it. Mentions bridge.","Trying to collect money from James Campbell.","New building needs fireplaces and filled ice house. Wants to supervise building of kitchen.","Concerns Cumberland Road and Bridge.","Introduces ? Shaffer of Pittsburgh who is a miller.","Will comply with terms for property transfer.","Scope and Contents Uncle and Aunt Wilson have moved to Wheeling. College has between 40 and 50 students. Includes Autograph Letter Signed of H. Woods, Washington, Pa., to Archibald Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia,1831 February 6. Outlines his course of study.","Asks Woods not to proceed against land for debt owed by ? Davidson since he (James Campbell) has purchased it.","Directions for fixing up hotel.","Pleased Woods has obtained an icehouse for the hotel. Requests a storeroom.","Encloses notice of Navy Department to application. Calhoun's pamphlet is out.","Various possibilities for an election.","Promises to pay money owed to Woods.","Hand money being lent to his son","Will come to Wheeling to practice medicine within two or three months.","Army worms have destroyed grain. Smith is mad at him for reporting to Woods Smith's sale of mortgaged land.","Randolph has not given up lease.","Will pay balance on a note and will try to pay other note during next winter.","Difference of opinion concerning expiration of lease.","Believe they can effect a trade.","Reports on Woods' land.","To carry out a contract between James McHenry's representatives and a land company consisting of Robert Woods,Archibald Woods, James Caldwell, Moses Chapline and John Caidwell.","For delinquent taxes to William Puett issued by Austin M. Puett, Commissioner of Revenue for Parke County, Indiana. Includes, receipt issued to Thomas Woods for payment of taxes.","Petition concerning navigation of Captina Creek has been referred to select committee. Send remonstrance.","Has turned over petitions to committee.","On way back from Missouri. Desires to close business with father's land. Asks that it be sold. Family news.","Does not believe stock will be subscribed.","Will open books for subscription of bank stock. Citizens desirous of procuring branch of North Western Bankor Richmond banks.","Wonders if he can accept payments for bank stock in notes rather than specie. Asks when a branch can be opened.","Sale of public lands.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns deed to land sold by Eugenius Wilson who is deceased. Will do estimate of money to be collected soon. Gives Wilson's account with estate of N. Evans.","Wants to buy $500 in stock of North Western Bank under new charter if Woods thinks new stock profitable.","Asks to be released from part of terms of a lease.","Has submitted amendment to bank bill.","Will subscribe for stock for McCoy under the new charter of the Northwestern Bank of Virginia Worried about competition from possible branch of the U.S. Bank being established at Wheeling. Worried about branches of Northwestern Bank at Wellsburg and Morgantown. Lists directors.","Asks Woods to buy stock in North Western Bank for him. \"The debate still goes on with great violence and excitement on the emancipation of slavery, the opinion of the Committee will be reversed but I cannot say what will be the final result.\"","\"We have now been 14 days debating the question whether it is expedient at this time to legislate with a view to the gradual abolition of slavery...\"","Bill concerning navigations of Captina Creek has been postponed.","Paid tax on Thomas Woods' land.","350 shares have been subscribed in Wellsburg to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Report that Alpheus Wilson was drowned. Has some idea of returning from college because of ill-health.","Confirms report that Alpheus Wilson drowned.","Confirms death of Alpheus P. Wilson in Monongalia River. Suggests Hamilton return home from college if unwell. Has lost $2,000 by flooding of Ohio River.","Suspects fraud on part of Samuel H. Gutherie.","Presented resolutions adopted by directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Thinks Bank bill will pass both houses. Tariff discussion still going on. Hopes it will be put to rest by amicable adjustment.","Needs note on Northwestern Bank passed. Nothing has been heard of body of Alpheus.","Will endeavor to get a board to meet with Woods on the subject of the note.","No material change in Eugenius Wilson.","Her father received letter from Woods concerning death of his son. Family news.","Wants first refusal of Captina property.","Needs to borrow money from North Western Bank.","Wants to buy a lot.","Sympathy in death of Thomas Woods and Emily Woods.","Wants to rent Captina property.","Will raise frame of mill June 12.","Lost horse in coal pit.Visited Pittsburgh.","Questions concerning stock in Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Needs flour.","Sympathy in death of Thomas and Emily Woods. Has paid tax on Thomas' land. Indian problems.","Terms he will buy house and lot on.","Cannot find material in Eugenius Wilson's papers concerning lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns dispute over sale of lots. Offers five hundred dollars for house and lot.","Asks about money for service due (War of 1812?) Black Hawk War causing hard times.","Notice to Woods that he must fill two lots with gravel because of standing water.","Okey's brother needs $100. Thinks Gutherie will do right thing.","Settlement of a lease.","David Ramsay doesn't intend to pay back money. Mentions casualties in Black Hawk War.","Asks indulgence on debt.","Wants to meet with Woods to reach agreement on land dispute.","Defends action of the congregaton for the support of the minister.","Scope and Contents Also lists directors.","John R. Hall needs loan for $250. Can obtain if Paull or Woods endorses for him. Paull does not endorse for anyone but recommends Hall to Woods.","Disappointed Woods did not meet with him. Offers to meet again to try to settle dispute.","Sends court date. Gutherie has bought back Headley's house and lot.","Understands Woods wants to sell tavern occupied by King. Asks terms.","Wants $16,000 for Wheeling House run by King.","Has advertised Woods' land for sale. Is candidate for state senate.","Would like to buy property from Woods if Guthrie relinquishes his claim.","Will be ready to go to Indiana with Hamilton Woods.","Samuel Atkinsonhas entered security double sum of our attachment. A writ of replevin? has issued against Woods to cause attached property to be returned.","Mr. Brighem is willing to teach Ann Eliza Woods.","Declines office as bank guard.","Details captures of two persons alleged to have robbed bank in Wheeling.","Can not get an answer from Guthrie about his meeting with Woods.","Unable to obtain loan from U.S. Bank because of uncertainty of the renewal of the charter. Will try further.","Legal advice regarding dispute with Samuel H. Gutherie.","Will meet with Peck. Would like for Col. Archibald Woods to be present.","Information concerning Woods' dispute with Samuel H. Guthrie.","Judge Hallock has allowed the injunction.","Proposes a settlement.","Legal steps he has taken in Woods' dispute with Gutherie.","Discusses various candidates for Congress.","Will convey deed to Eller.","Recommends ? Whitcomb for tending to Woods' land business. News of the legislature.","Needs to settle accounts. Buchannon ought to have been sued.","Does not have legal papers. Will try to accomplish payment of notes.","? Ray will attend court to prove will of Eugenius Wilson. Has not sent list of debts due to estate. Woods may have to give bond as executor. Will collect fees due Wilson.","Scope and Contents Notifies Floyd that Northwestern Bank of Virginia has been robbed. Includes Archibald Woods concerning a levy for a court house in Ohio County, West Virginia","Explains his role in the removal of Woods as a state director in the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Explains circumstances surrounding Woods' removal as state director in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Inquires about rental of farm. Apologizes for incident of previous year.","Asks permission to live on one acre of Woods' land.","Concerning Leffler's chances for election to Congress and the election of directors to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Have gained a most significant victory in the lower house over the Virginia nullifiers. Defeated by one vote. We shall either run Tyler or McCoy for the Senate...we shall not likely rally? Tyler. The west and middle regions are well organized and we can elect him to a certainty.., resolved to put down these southern notions. In Virginia much is to be done in the election of a senator. Rives is with us and if we get Tyler we are safe, at the request of several western members on Thursday last I addressed a letter to Tyler, to know his sentiments on secession and nullification. This evening I send his answer. Gives defense on appointment of directors to Northwestern Bank. Determined about spring election.","Possibilities for election to Congress.","Chances for election.","Family news. Concerned about his health. Questions about a debt and education of children.","Taking depositions to prove military service.","Would like to take a house he is building for Woods.","Terms for an agreement on land to avoid a lawsuit. Includes notes concerning Archibald Woods' terms of settlement with Joseph McCoy.","Candidacy for Congress.","Dispute with Archibald Woods.","Has application to buy Woods' land.","Guthrie cannot prepare himself to fulfill compromise offered.","Asks for copy of patent. Received $26,500 in part of money stolen from Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Lists candidates for Congress. Includes John McLure to Archibald Woods. Needs evidence to secure copy of a patent.","Has concluded to take Powhatan Place at Captina.","Will endorse a note for William B. King on certain conditions.","Asks that Woods make deed to Martha (Woods) Knox.","Thinks Woods need not fear any great difficulty with Guthrie. Equalizing board sits in June.","Sold Woods' land in Vigo County to Chauncey Rose. Thomas Woods' land has been sold for taxes. County in distressed situation for want of money. Failure of crops last two years.","Prospects for election to Congress.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Information on Samuel H. Gutherie's business. Gave Woodman notice to settle note.","Request to borrow money.","Asks Woods to attend to note.","Needs to meet with Woods.","Arrangements for settling with Woods.","Recommends individuals as magistrates and opposes Nicholas Wykert.","Asks for money due under Eugenius Wilson's will.","Lost horse in coal pit. Family news, (Letter is begun by Louisa ?)","Mr. Grafton and Mr. King have closed their bargain. Sends reports of board of health, \"I have this morning seen Doctor Houston an he informs that he has not heard of any new cases today.\"","Have not brought money to Wheeling because of fear of the cholera Gutherie is selling land.","Sylvia or Silvia ? left at house of John F. Clarke. Things left by Mr. Paull. Encloses reports of Board of Health. \"The ... sickness with two exceptions is confined to the immediate neighborhood of McConnell's old tan yard. I am informed that the old vats is full of water and all kinds of filth \u0026 that they have been in that situation for the last two years.\"","Scope and Contents Mary Woods to mother Mrs. Anne Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia Received letter from Dr. Houston. Trusts her Ann is obedient. Mr. Laurie preached his trial sermon.","Mr. Ruggles and wife deeded lot to Gutherie. People are frightened of cholera. \"If anyone dies in this neighborhood \u0026 we have had a number of deaths, the person is rolled up in his bed, \u0026 bedclothes \u0026 his own clothes tumbled into a rough box, as soon as dead, \u0026 immediately buried.\" Guthrie will deed lots to Woods.","Asks about distraining (detaining personal property for security of a debt) a wheat crop. Includes Jacob answering Woods questions.","Report on tending to Woods' land. Includes account of Woods with Feeny.","Wishes to borrow six hundred dollars. Father will give deed of trust on property in Hagerstown, Maryland.","Describes trips to White Sulphur Springs and Salt Sulphur Springs.","Asks to borrow fifty dollars.","Letter of recommendation for N. Osburne as a tavern keeper.","Osburn keeps a first-rate tavern.","Will build mill wheel for two dollars and fifty cents per foot.","Samuel Sprigg and Archibald Woods be appointed a Committee to settle with Henry Sockman for rent of Know Hon Farm,","Concerns terms of rental of stores and warehouse at Powhatan.","Answer to inquiries about North Western Bank of Virginia.","Request to borrow two thousand dollars from Wheeling Bank.","Progress on building of grist mill.","Payment by ? Rose for Woods' property is in hands of Warren \u0026 Co., to Terra Haute. Much sickness, few cases of cholera.","William Crawford's house and lot were not sold, but an empty lot between his house and Randolph Tavern was sold, as was his farm.","Concern over accident involving Ann (Poage) Woods Washington, and Franklin Woods?","Encloses mothers' receipt for money lent her by Woods.","Jackson \"goes full tilt against the bank.\"","Wants to know if bank robbers are caught.","National Road Stage has incurred extra expense in fulfilling mail contract. Asks compensation.","Wants to rent house for grocery at Powhatan Point. Asks Woods advice.","Has applicants for Thomas Woods' heirs' land.","Committee report on courthouse is unfavorable. May be reversed and brought before House Of Delegates. Will present memorial concerning Northwestern Bank. Floyd promised appointment but he and Council are not speaking. Large meeting in Richmond concerning deposits. Benjamin Watkins Leigh spoke.","Woods to vote for him.","Concerns sale of land for taxes.","Encloses memorials. Thomas Hart Benton is \"pouring out vials of his wrath upon Clay and the bank.\"","Trip to Washington. Heard Calhoun speak. Description of city.","Terms prospective tenant would like for leasing land. Opinion on land.","Heard William Cabell Rives deliver speech on removal of deposits.","Courthouse questions to be brought up any day. Private committee recommended division of county.","Send form for Woods' release mortgages by Guthrie.","Recommends William H. McNabb for loan with a lot as security. Includes William H. McNabb stating that he will mortgage lot with a lot nearly owned.","Promises not to cut any timber contrary to Woods' wishes.","Lots sold by Samuel H. Gutherie to the Methodist Episcopal Church.","Desires to sell stock in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Cannot pay money owed.","Excuse for not paying note.","Handling the rental of Woods' house for him.","Called on General Breckenridge and found he was dead. Called on nephew and heir James D. Breckenridge.","Pecuniary embarrassments of this section of the county. Sent copy of a of bill of legislature chartering bank and branches.","Letter. Buying flour.","James Moore will do surveying.","Resignation as President and Director.","Binnager needs indulgence on money owed Woods for land. Vouches for him.","Has two yokes for oxen for sale and a horse.","Desires to borrow money from bank.","Offer to rent a house, steam mill etc. for a lumberyard.","Relays information from ? Rose concerning payment of a note. Commissioners authorized to negotiate the loan for our state bank and branches.","Payment on note and harsh policies of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Wants to have bank board convened to discount notes.","Unable to pay note.","Got judgment and execution against Fogle but no property could be found and Fogle died. Asks if son Thomas' land on Raccoon Creek could be leased. H. F. Feeny redeemed it. Some cases of cholera. James? Seaman ill. Jacksonian politics.","Market for slaves and horses.","Showed Woods' lands to ? Scott. Will tend to taxes.","Has offered to buy land belonging to Thomas Woods' heirs.","Asks Woods to be pallbearer.","Daniel Steenrod wants to keep place five years longer if Woods will build stable and house or fix old one.","Sends check.","Confirms death of addressee's mother. Words of religious consolation.","Notifies him of money still due by estate of Eugenius Wilson. Includes receipt of Thomas P. Ray, surviving executor of Nimrod Evans to Archibald Woods.","David Lively wishes to rent Woods' tavern.","Does not think Woods is liable on special warrantee deed to Jacob Ash. Wilson outlines his prospects for election. Measles prevail.","Ready to start boat.","Concerns gathering signatures.","Needs to borrow money from Woods to pay off note at Bank if it cannot be renewed.","Will send money by safe opportunity. Has offer for lands owned by heirs of Thomas Woods.","Terms they will take Woods house and lot.","Notice that premium is due.","Offer for Woods house has been made by Jo. Driggs.","Asks Jacobs what he has done with note in his hands.","Revival of religion.","Scope and Contents Planned trip to New Orleans and Nashville for health. Includes Mary Woods, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Ann (Poage) Woods. Ann's health and proposed trip.","To capture slave, Jefferson.","Ann Eliza Wilson wants to take trip south for three months to restore health. Philip Syng Physick of Philadelphia agrees with remedy. McNeely wants to buy land.","Request to borrow money from the Bank.","Concurs in opinion that hill land should be sold. Has sold other land.","Mrs. Woods is willing to sell any property you think proper. Bought Ann a piano. For Mrs. McKee's and Ann's health will take trip.","Recounts trip from Pittsburgh. Sends message to her children. Includes Ann Eliza Woods to Archibald Woods. Includes John McKee to Mrs. Brison.","Asks Peck to tell Samuel H. Guthrie that he will be at Woodsfield to collect money.","For Sternrod to rent a field for two more years.","Scope and Contents For Landers to sell to Woods a lot in Steinersville, Belmont County. Includes affidavit of Benjamin Cole recorded by William Tailman.","Explains his position regarding his proposal that an inquiry be made as to the propriety of amending the charter of the Merchants \u0026 Mechanicks bank as to provide for the reception of the capital which the North Western Bank is required to furnish the branch in Morgantown.","Business is good. Will close up partnership. Has tended to business for Woods in trying to collect money.","Anonymous letter giving Woods advice concerning his tavern.","Progress on collecting from the Smiths.","Reports progress in collecting money. Unable to collect from Samuel H. Guthrie.","Needs to borrow money.","Catherine Wood is to marry. Mr. Thomson wants to start a school.","Protest construction of houses McLure is building.","Wants to rent at Powhatan Point.","States Woods' taxes are all right. Includes Samuel H. Guthrie to Archibald Woods, 1837 December 27 stating he obtained letter from Mason.","Desires to rent tavern stand.","Arrangement for Archibald Woods to obtain a house.","Needs to borrow one thousand dollars.","Trying to sell his land to purchase land from Woods.","Notifies of need to pay premium.","Wants to rent farm to start a dairy.","Proposed to lease corner of Monroe and Main Street.","Paying out of money. Invitation to dinner.","Has sold land for Woods and disposed of his own property. Now hopes to make deal for Woods' Indiana land.","Requests Woods to attend case as a witness.","Wants privilege of burning lime in kiln.","Notification of date of Seaman case.","Drawn on him for three thousand dollars. \"Houma?\" arrived here but demanded cargo when ran against the bank.","Wants to rent property.","Is paying ? King's rent.","Will meet him to pay money due.","Signed by H. D. Brown.","Sam Jones has not been here for six weeks. No proceeding for him.","Recommendation of bearer of letter to be a tenant.","Received letter. Expects money at next court.","Mr. Lively has made bar room a warehouse for the German population.","Tenant wants to rent place again. Has fulfilled lease. Okey wants to buy it. Wants advice on buying a small place for son.","Has tended to Hynes business.","Terms he would offer for lot and what building he would put up.","Asks help to get notes discounted.","Asks condition of wife's (Mrs. Carr) land and what it could be sold for.","Unable to locate 12 acre tract in section 14. Tax record for section 2 and 8. Perhaps bring suit against James Elliot, present claimant. Includes Benjamin S. Cowens to Archibald Woods giving legal advice.","Desires to buy wood from Woods by cutting up trees that have fallen.","Asks Lively to move away.","Woods said his proposition was unreasonable, complained of charge for work and was cross. Desires his patronage. Will make counteroffer to build house.","Needs notes if Woods sued Guthrie.","Mrs. Francis needs advice settling up husband's affairs.","Men working on dam are taking stone from bank of river.","Wishes to purchase land.","Sale of property of Zacheus Francis, deceased, will take place.","Ready to move when Woods brings money.","Finds taxes unpaid on a portion of Woods' land.","Money is ready to be paid for two notes assigned Woods from Mr. Stream? Needs names for other notes.","Woods' fire insurance premium on the Virginia Hotel is due.","Application for stock has been declined.","Needs to appoint someone in place of Daniel Steinrod.","Unable to meet others but will agree to settlement.","Encloses receipt for taxes.","Expects to leave two hundred thousand dollars with Mr. Woodruff. Needs to borrow $1000 from bank.","Asks Woods to keep house for him he now lives in as \"I have a Jurnaman (German?) to put in it.\" Will give him the lease for the Seaman house.","Unable to collect money. Resumption of specie payments has resulted in any discounting of notes. Has purchased a small interest in Ritchietown to secure money owed him by John? McKee.","Enclosed letter on taxes on land belonging to son's heirs in Parke which have not been paid.","Will take place at four dollars per acre.","Form of authorization for Peck to release mortgage from Samuel H. Guthrie to Woods.","Cannot move to Woods' property on Captina.","Considers matter on Woods' part vexatious and ungenerous. Had no other interest in the lease other than promoting the best interest of the house for the sake of the stage lines. Any proceeding instituted by Woods will be followed by removal of the stages from the house.","Moves of various people.","Has sued Guthrie on behalf of Woods. Told Woods has idea of sending granddaughter to school at St. Clairsville. Recommends it.","Request for Woods to come and settle the amount of the estate that Zacheus Francis owes him.","Concerning a coal mine.","Will extend bond of Mr. Cole.","Thinks Harrison will win.","Protest of $250 draft has caused distress. Counting on money for college. Mary has never gotten part of estate. McKee is guardian for boys. Family has not lived with him for 8 or 9 years.","James Paull has paid protested draft.","Wishes to buy land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Questions concerning will of John H. Schwop.","Astonished to receive bill from Woods for stone. Thought commissioners for securing bank at Hog Run Bridge could get stone. Will have stone valued according to law.","Scope and Contents Received letter relative to Post Office at Powhatan Point. H. Cowen was unwilling to join objection but will not encourage removal to Steinersville. Would like opinion on Exchequer Plan of Secretary of Treasury.","Scope and Contents Husband relieved from pecuniary embarrassment by his brother. Sorry Grandma's health feeble. Hopes income from town property will support brothers at college. \"There are but few persons over seventy who can exhibit the same acturty as yourself and Grandma Brison.\"","Renewed 1843 April 1 and 1844 April 1.","Scope and Contents Situation is bad there but better on a farm. Alarmed that Theodire had to cease from study. Gives information on a family member who is evil. Includes note of James ?","For a farm for three years. Lease terminated after one year.","Recorded by James D. Morris.","Concerns North Western Bank of Virginia.","Has rented Archibald Woods' mill. Needs repair. Asks Bucher to repair it.","Encouraging Woods to attend a meeting.","Mr. ? has lumber and is commencing work. Will show Woods' mason the quarry.","Request to borrow one hundred dollars.","To do work on Woods' two mills.","Has received letters stating that neighbors are disgusted with him and taking their wheat elsewhere. Defends himself.","Scope and Contents Arrangements for his return. Mrs. Woods sick but recovered.","Directions for masons who are to build wall under the tobacco house.","William Allen cannot build foundation for stable but would haul stone.","By order of city council, calls meeting of \"trustees of Wheeling Lancastrian Academy.\"","Mills needs new bolting cloths.","Would like to rent store room.","Encourages Woods to keep Thomson as miller. Exhorts Woods to lose no time in making peace with God.","Will probably move.","Would like to get coal from Big Run. Mason is building foundation under stable.","Buying land from men who are unable to pay money down. Would be accommodation to us to get a further loan of $500.","Trip to extend acquaintance with country, merchants \u0026 collecting, representing Wilson and Brother. Dancing and hunting. Has seen prairie on Fire. Will pass through villages of Shawnees \u0026 Delawares. \"Remember me to all of the black folks.\"","Issued by Alexander T. Laidley, Clerk.","Has searched for survey lines.","Concluded to let Elias Hafer have place where Darrah lives because doubt that Darrah can make improvement he desires.","Has placed upon one of the doors of the Bank vault one of Jones Patent Combination Locks.","Trip to collect. Left Messrs Wilson and is with Messrs. Abbot \u0026 Peake. \"What does Betty Rose call her baby. No one has told me that she has one but I know that no gal that looks like her \u0026 of her make could be married a year \u0026 not have one.\" Asks to be remembered to many people including \"the black folks.\"","Asks McKinley to collect for him. Will proceed against Wingrove.","Recommends lock made by H. C. Jones of Newark, New Jersey.","To appear in Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery to answer a bill in chancery exhibited against them by Henry Swertzer. Issued by Alexander T. Laidley.","Severe heat in St. Louis. Asks to be remembered to many people.","Wants to go into business with S. H. Peake. Needs money to do so. Includes letter, 1846 December 24.","Scope and Contents Death of ? Briscoe, their bookkeeper who was from Loudoun County, Virginia","Wants her to visit. Family news.","Likes her picture. Has not courted Marion Clarkson. Remember him to various people.","Describes her sickness (during a pregnancy).","Trip to St. Louis. Boarding. Will keep promise on temperance.","Interest in Mollie Wilson. News from John Baker and Cooper?, Reading life of Swedenbourg.","Expects to visit her too next week.","Mother unable to make trip as roads are bad. Outlines his route.","Christmas celebration at the school. Describes teaching.","Encourages students to \"Waveland.\"","Rosa Harrison is dead of scarlet fever which is raging. Describes Christmas and mention of Easter.","Concern over sister's health. Cooper is determined to be a Christian.","Scope and Contents Poem and sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan. N. L. Peyton, to Mrs. William Ann R. Morgan, \"Waveland,\" Fauquier County, Virginia, undated. Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Recovering from typhoid fever. John B. has job in furnishings store. Was 21 on April 21.","Resolved to be Christian. Cholera epidemic.","Description of fire which burned 23 boats and then spread to building. ? Peake and John Baker have cholera.","Has been ill. Cholera epidemic. ? Peake \u0026 A. Cooper Baker sick.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker of cholera. Will probably leave along with Will and John.","Sympathy letter on death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker and cholera epidemic.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker. Business. Cholera epidemic.","William W. Baker will not leave St. Louis. S. H. Peake will send statement of business of Peake \u0026 Baker.","Account of cholera epidemic. Death of minister perhaps from visiting the sick.","No decision on partnership with S. H. Peake.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.Boarding at Scott's Hotel. They are Wheeling people.","Tombstone inscription for grave of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Desired to make money. \"I must go out on the levee to work and therefore must close.\"","Temperature day before was 8 degrees below zero. Baker Murray is to marry Mrs. Watts, a Catholic who keeps a boarding house. Controversy in St. Louis over lectures of ? Leaky who is \"reformed\" monk.","Wants to go to California. Change of climate, friends going, and uncertainty of S. H. Peake's business plans. \"I do not think of going to California to dig gold....\"","Has asthma. Will have wagon, six mules, three Indian ponies, rifle, pair pistols, two large knifes knives and blankets for trip to California. Includes W.W. Baker, St. Louis. Mo., to Sister. Move to California.","Received answer to telegram. Answer \"William W. Baker arrived here this morning. Will leave for home on first boat. Health is bad.\" Glad he had not left for California.","William W. Bakerhas recruited enough strength to travel home,","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerns a debt, a fire, and a lease. Regrets being unable to give daughter money for wedding.","Regrets Edgar has left home. Lists problems at home. pages. Includes, letter, ? to Edgar Woods.","Maggie Hamilton not expected to live. Sudden death of delirium tremens of A Mel lam? the portrait painter.","Misses him while he is away at College.","Has been visited by Mrs. Faulkner and Mrs. Conrad. Town and religious news of Winchester.","To convey land in Missouri. Witnessed by P.L. Edwards. Recorded by Samuel Caldwell.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Death and funeral of J. Zehner, professor of math at Burlington College.","Death of their mother.","Account of the death of Ann Cooper's mother and aunt from cholera. Father is ill. Unsure if he has cholera. Includes, newspaper clipping concerning cholera deaths.","Scope and Contents Sympathy in death of her mother. Includes,Samuel C. Baker, Martinsburg, West Virginia, to sister Mrs. Ann R. Morgan, concerning illness of their father.","Concerns death of Mrs. Ann R. Morgan's mother and illness of her father.","Death of Mrs. Morgan's mother and aunt from cholera.","Signed by John McCulloch.","Letter of sympathy for death of Mrs. Morgan's mother.","Signed by E. H. Caldwell.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by Alonzo Loring.","Signed by John Henry McKee who has power of attorney. Bears affidavit of Thomas E. Thompson and recorded by Samuel E. Caldwell.","Signed by E.M. Caldwell.","Sympathy letter in death of Mrs. Morgan's husband.","14 items. Includes of Elijah McClanahan to Woods; Daniel Sheffey to Woods; Andrew Hamilton to Woods, copy of decision to stay execution; bond; and accounts.","Concerning the division of land purchased by the petitioners from patentees granted land by virtue of service in the French and Indian War.","Orders brandy.","Orders Indian mail.","Will take possession of house. Canal is out of fix so will not be able to get things from Alexandria.","Not able to get furniture because canal is broken.","Wants to know if he can rent place again.","Asks Woods to take charge of renting and improving his land. Asks Woods to pass any offers to sell along to him. His post offices are Chillicothe, Ohio; St. Francisville, Louisiana, \u0026 New Orleans.","Sends Croton oil. Go to camp meeting tomorrow. Asks to borrow lace shawl. Other requests.","Glad to hear friends are well. Health slowly improving. Applied money received from Mr. Worth to credit of account with Company.","Price of land near Danville and Lexington is twenty shillings per acre. Brought suit against Pollard for band. Includes manuscript of Archibald Woods? concerning notes on religion.","Unable to send certificate. Try to get fifty pounds from ? Kilbreath.","Asks if road is open from ? to Wheeling.","Wants to move shop close to river.","Decree is absolute unless Clark perfects appeal by entering security. Will give no opinion on a compromise. Other legal advice.","Requested Franklin Woods to copy portion of bill of complaint in Woods v. Chapline.","Telling Woods to reassure the slave that is to be traded to him William Croghan for land, that he William Croghan only wants him the slave as a coachman \"you may assure him if he be a faithful servant I will make him a kind master--\"","Asks that servant to be given in exchange for land on Hog Run be ready to be picked up.","Send survey by John Scott.","? Russell called on him for note against Samuel Hudson. There is judgment against Woods for costs.","He and ? Poerm? will take land.","Would like to rent farm.","Has declined doing anything with Smith. Two hundred and seventy dollars will cover amount.","Asks Woods to wait until October for money.","Unable to collect money for Woods.","Wishes to borrow $500 from North Western Bank of Virginia.","Scope and Contents Think election will be between Jackson and himself. Asks Woods to \"personate\" himself at the election. \"Pray do not let the revolutionists out general you at a time when danger appears to be so near to hand...\"","1 page. Autograph Letter Signed. Because of infirmness, he submits his resignation as commandant of Company.","Questions about location of tract of land.","Bring deed. Will not fly from bargain.","Wrote A.D. Clarke \u0026 requested him to settle account with Woods. Settle note to bank endorsed by R. Simms suit.","Letter of resignation as bank director which Woods is to hold and use if he wishes.","Let bearer have horses Woods is lending and send advertisement for horse Woods has lost.","Concerns salt, sugar, wheat, rent due by Mallory, accounts due, and the rent of property at Captina.","Asks Woods to help her brother David McClure to estimate value of land she wishes to sell.","Requests for Woods to attend to by drawing money from Auditor of Pubic Accounts and bring back McClures' appointment as Inspector.","If he does not return in time, ask Col. Woods? or George Washington Wilson to remit money to Mr. Clark.","Requests Woods to attend a Board meeting.","Horse sent back belongs to Alexander Caldwell.","Introduces ? Jackson, a tanner who wishes to buy a lot.","Questions about navigation of Elk and Ohio Rivers.","Woods and Wilson are commissioners along with Jonathan Buckanon , Josiah Morgan, David McClure to locate a road from Cummins's Mill to Wheeling.","Asks that money due her be paid.","Power of attorney has been obtained from President of Literary Fund authorizing the subscription of $50,000 of North Western Bank of Virginia stock at Wellsburgh. Application will be made to Board of Directors to open books. Recommends it.","Asks Woods to come get his wheat.","Put a note in for Curtis \u0026 Co. for discount.","Offers service in locating warrants.","Under guard as a deserter. Defends himself.","Mother has 100 bushels of wheat to grind.","Desires to lease property.","Procured letter from Alpheus Willson for Woods to see concerning directors of North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Alpheus P. Wilison to John Tyler concerning appointments of directors of North Western Bank of Virginia.","Requests Woods to write ? Jacobs and bring patents with him.","Invitation. Glad ? is Congressional candidate.","Soldiers must bring public arms to batallion muster for inspection. \"Whatever thoughts you or I had of resigning (as I most seriously had) it cannot it will not now do to resign until the storm is over;...\"","Has received orders to march to Point Pleasant.","Concerning the location of a road (possibly the Cumberland Road.)","To inquire regarding the payment to taxes. Woods is also to call on General Breckenridge.","Asks Governor to confer with President of United States to request protection from Indians. Also signed by Charles WellsJohn Dant, John Davis, Hezekiah Davison,J ohn Haymond, Cornelius Bogard, John Haddan, William Morrez?, W.H. Cavendish, and H. Caperton.","Asks Ruggles to intervene in legislation.","Signed by Jacob Lee.","Needs new deed from Croghan's father to be recorded in the County where the land is.","Concerns lawsuit of J. Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns Bank of United States. If it is granted a charter, Woods suggests alterations and amendments to it.","Asks Barber to send messenger to deliver legal notice to Stephen R. Wilson.","Proposal to trade land.","Concerns lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods; and the appointment of state directors to the Board of the North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Archibald Woods to ?. Concerns establishment of post office at Capteena.","Elijah Woods failed on his part of agreement to explore or locate warrants.","Wishes to make a settlement by purchasing slaves. Wants young ones not in habit of running away. \"...those of a contrary disposition are however often the best slaves but situated as we are in this County between... Pennsylvania \u0026 Ohio...and where slavery is much ridiculed, any Negro of an enterprising disposition and forward in their Manners are almost certain to go into one or the other states or down the Ohio;...\"","Religious ideas.","Concerns sale of lots.","Mr. Weaver declines to purchase house because wife wants to quit business of keeping a public house.","Asks for information from the city.","Mr. Hinds has agreed with M. Clark for oxen. Will accept your offer for his tract of land.","Includes plats on verso of Maddison's or John Mitchel's land.","Includes estimate of damages sustained by Archibald Woods in consequence of lease given by Richard Yates to James Fulton, blank notes for North Western Bank of Virginia, instructions for inquiring at Land Office in Kentucky, instructions to take paper back to broker and get paper of Miami Exporting Company, poem (Lines supposed to be written at Genoa), deposition concerning a land dispute between Samuel Todd and the executors of Andrew Woods, Instructions for formation on parade ground and for inspection of sentinels by officer of the day, (circa 1812), Alexander? 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The papers concern his family, the Poage family, and the Houston family, as well as his business dealings. Correspondents include Levi Barber, Daniel Call, Philip Doddridge, Chapman Johnson, Henry Lee, James Pindall, Benjamin Ruggles, Daniel Sheffey and John Tyler, Edgar Campbell Wilson, George Washington Wilson and Thomas Wilson. Subjects dealt with in the collection include banking, cholera, the Cumberland Road, land speculation, pioneer life near Wheeling, West Virginia and in Kentucky and Indiana, formation of and early days in Belmont and Monroe counties, Ohio (including the founding of Woodsfield, Ohio), the Northwest Territory, Indians of North America, family life, marriage and courtship, Virginia militia during peacetime and in the War of 1812, Ohio politics, sale of slaves and the Whiskey Rebellion. There are also letters of members of the Baker and Morgan families of Fauquier County, Virginia and Wheeling, West Virginia which concern life in St. Louis, Missouri during the 1840's.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAddition to folder 1482:  December 31, 1824 letter from Z. Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia to Archibald Woods regarding moving the College of William and Mary to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering his military warrant and pay for service in the U.S. Continental Army in lieu of money owed Woods. Witnessed by Andrew Woods and Alley ? McKee. Affidavit by Ebenezar Lane.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land to be located and patented by military warrants and divided between the two men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Bill of sale to Martha Woods, Botetourt County, Virginia 1 Negro girl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money and land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land purchased from the military claims of James Ludlow, James Letort and Andrew Fowler who served in \"the old Virginia Regiment under Governour Dinwiddie's Proclamation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land on the Kanawha River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNevill was attorney for William Croghan. Witnessed by John Beaver and ? Heth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning agreement with Archibald Woods. Including agreement between Kerr and Woods, 1786 November 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a list of land and people which was prepared for the auditor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning horses. Including note concerning equipment and uniforms for those who join a calvary company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a trip to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions bonds and the postponement of a trip to Ohio County. Including undated note by an unidentified person concerning genealogical matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding note, March 1790, of Johnson with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning 1000 acres of land in West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the locating and surveying of land in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking for help in fighting the Indians and outlining a plan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 2 slaves, a boy named Littleton and a girl named Pink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThey were trustees to establish an academy in either Monongalia, Ohio, Harrison or Randolph counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a petition to have a ferry across the Ohio River at Short Creek signed by Nathaniel Coolman and John Vanmetre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning patents for 10,000 acres of land. Including a petition concerning taxation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Indians, land taxes owed by ? Todd, land dispute between ? Carper and ? Moor Moore, treaty made by Arthur St. Clair at Fort Harmar with Indians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a female slave named Phetis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to A. Kirkpatrick by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To transfer 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to William McClandhan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Woods' desire to purchase land. Says \"our politics are loose, vague, various, and uncertain.\" Advises Woods to not reject his mother's \"precepts because she is a female good sense is the result of a Sound mind which would as soon inhabit a female body as a male. There is no sex in souls.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor female slave named Lila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To convey 400 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to McFarland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mentions George Strickler concerning military warrant lands in West Virginia and Kentucky and the non-attendance of Andrew Woods and Archibald Woods as court jurors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Shepherd to give him preference if he decides to sell his mill and house. Including note of Bible verses in a different hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Mitchell's land in Kentucky. Including, letter, John Lee, Hagerstown, Maryland, to Archibald? Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods' misfortunes, religion, a dispute with ? Crawford and his baptism of Jenny St. Clair McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a move to Kentucky, the death of John Crawford and William Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribing Kentucky and Woods' contemplated move there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land prices in Kentucky near Lexington and Danville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods' possible move to Kentucky and the price of renting land there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and Poage's opinion of Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning religion and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMostly concerns religion and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses family and neighborhood news including the marriage of Polly Stuart to Ned Hall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his business affairs and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods to be ready with his party of horses if he receives orders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expressing concern over Indian threats to frontier. Thomas Poage has entered Presbytery as candidate for ministry. Discusses religion in Prince Edward and Charlotte. Cousin John Crawford is dead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning his judicial circuit and news of mutual friends in Augusta and Rockbridge County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContaining religious advice, and concerning the role of feelings in religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor title to 355 acres of land . Including assign (witnessed by George Humphrey) of George Conner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably concerning Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Woods take the deposition of David Harbinson as evidence in the lawsuit of Kelly vs. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To convey from Woods to Poage 100 acres of land in Botetourt County, Virginia? and memorandum of money borrowed form Archibald Woods by James Poage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying he has declared himself a candidate for the Virginia Senate and asking Woods' help.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning rations for a militia company and Jackson's campaign for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a move to Kentucky by Cloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning supplies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribing his school under Mr. Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning his travels among the Presbyterian churches. Gives Woods advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Seat of government may be Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Woods pay bearer money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the sale of hogs and corn. Including a petition concerning a ferry across the Ohio River\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a proposed division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a proposed division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the division of Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Indian threats.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending a muster roll and pay abstract for McMachan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money Wilson is trying to collect for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Promising to furnish troops to the state from Ohio, Harrison, Monongalia, and Randolph counties, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo furnish troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describing Indian activities, the difficulty of securing provisions because of Anthony Wayne's levies near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and possible Congressional candidates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning two companies of Rangers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning activities of and provisions for Ohio County Rangers and mentions Anthony Wayne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning McCleery's candidacy for U.S. Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To trade to Woods 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia in exchange for 461 acres of land in Kentucky and a female slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a female slave named Lila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight, David McWilliams, Jacob Lusk and Hugh McGuire) from Richard Yeates, appointing John McInyre to act in conveying 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Woods will convey 461 acres of land in Lincoln or Madison County, Kentucky to Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Yeates will convey 304 acres in Ohio County, to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the collection of money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning William Croghan, a proposed treaty with Indians, and relations with the British.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Indian threats to the frontier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a lawsuit and including a copy of a letter, 1793 March 27, from Thomas Duncan, Carlisle, Pa. to Messrs, Wallace and Kirkpatrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed by Woods to Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the altering of a deed from Woods to Jane Yeates instead of to Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Cloyds' inability to sell his land in order to pay Woods for land bought from him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Cloyd by Morris. Including letter from Archibald Woods to ? Dunlap concerning Woods' dissatisfaction with a horse he purchased from Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eoncerning payment of money owed to Woods for flour and whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning James Wood and militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing the Transylvania Presbytery and concerning opening a store.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods' land in Kentucky and a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Also mentions Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas a description of life in Kentucky and discusses the split in the Transylvania Presbytery between the followers of Adam Rankin and the rest of the Presbyterians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning provisions for the militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning an execution against ? Wood and McConnell and other lawsuits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplaining that land in Kentucky bought from Woods is not located where Woods told him it was; questions quality of the land and the female slave. Includes note from Lewis Marshall, 1793 August 26, concerning location of the land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land Nichols is to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods the contract for the supply of the volunteer militia in Monongalia District has been given to ? Wells instead of Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswering Yeates' complaints about land Woods sold him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo set up a company to sell land northwest of the Ohio River (i.e. the Northwest Territory).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning dispute between Woods and Richard Yeates over land and chastising Woods for his letter to his mother, Martha (Poage) Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sending Woods money for frontier services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the militia and mentioning James Wood. Including account 1794 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning having Woods survey land so that the plats can be sent to Richmond for patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of land sold to Yeates by Woods and the disposition of lawsuits being handled by Woods for Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his land dispute with Archibald Woods and warning about the Indians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land sold for William Croghan, possible war with England and Spain, and an embargo.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a promised present in return for her having acknowledged her right of dower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower?, and a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recommending William Martinas paymaster for the militia and saying that individuals are injured by not getting their money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requesting courses of survey. Includes, draft, Archibald Woods, to Henry Lee, expressing concern over Indian, British and Spanish affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed by Chapline to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requesting Woods to tend to some legal business for Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning negotiations with Spain over navigation of the Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Yeates by Woods and lawsuits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo receive the interest on two loan office certificates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning politics?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Brown will improve land by building cabins, in Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor seven hundred dollars, a condition for purchase of a military warrant due Denniston and purchased by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the Whiskey Rebellion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the apprehension of David Bradford, William Sutherland, William McKinley, Robert Stephenson, John Moore, and James Marshall, participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Questions whether Biggs should attend the session of the General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives family news, mentions \"we are crowded with light horse men in our town that came in today,\" discusses religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To appear as witnesses in the examination of William McKinley, one of the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Includes letter from Archibald Woods to McClure in response.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying the justices of the peace had decided not to examine the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion \"on considering the situation of this County and the temper of the people ...as we are of the opinion it would have answered no valuable purpose, and our authority it would evidently appeared to us would have been treated with contempt.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminds him he is in a new place and under care of uncles. Remember Creator and avoid evil company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land Woods wishes to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying he has seen a petition against the taking of land west of the Ohio Northwest Territory. Brown has finished building the cabins for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning sending Andy (Andrew Woods, Jr.) to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe is disappointed her uncle will not be coming for a visit. Regrets she has not been as religious as she ought to be.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents That Archibald and Elijah Woods of Ohio County, Virginia West Virginia would survey a tract of land containing 100,000 acres in Kanawha County, West Virginia and Wilson would sell it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Wilson's selling of 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to help his divide land and sell it so that he can move his mother to Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking her uncle's decision on moving to Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying she may purchase his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods he has sold Woods' land to Robert Young of Alexandria Virginia with the assistance of Henry? Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the selling of Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning lawsuits, and George Kelly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a petition to Congress and his expectation that Congress will open a land office on Northwest side of Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells his uncle that Mr. Willson (Thomas Wilson) says there is no caveat entered at Richmond and Wilson has seen a number of men interested in purchasing land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning 60,000 acres of land. Mentions Henry? Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssigning as attorney for George Slaughter, Slaughter's title to six entries of land of 400 acres in Ohio County received by military land warrant to William Harris. Witnessed by Andrew Woods, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For part of the title to 604 acres of land in Mason County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe location of 30,000 acres of land and a description of same.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning extending their concern in the lands in the Northwest Territory up to 300,000 acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods to share information about location of a salt spring in return for Ryerson purchasing about 5,000 acres of land around the spring in the Northwest Territory. Including memorandum of the approximate location of the salt spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor location of townships in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 21,000 acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo divide Woods' part of the land he obtains from his agreement with Thomas Ryerson concerning the salt spring and that McCulloch and Woods will also divide the land surrounding another salt spring McCulloch has discovered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns Thomas Wilson, and the General Assembly. Tells Woods the act to establish a town at Wheeling, West Virginia passed, but the bill to divide Ohio County did not pass. Gives other legislative news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning their land deals in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Lashley to lease Poage's land in return for clearing two acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to sell him his land in Kentucky if Woods is not going to live on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Williams to lease land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money he is collecting for Woods, and Henry Lee; and land in Kanawha County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestioning a land plat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRejecting Woods' offer for his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the position of creeks in a stretch of land; and military reservations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his land purchases.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to attend to a legal dispute in return for one half the land in dispute if decided in Poage's favor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the military land bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his proposed route.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military warrant land laws in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey two thirds of all lands recovered from military land warrants originally issued to William Harris and assigned to George Slaughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land deals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her sister family news and discusses religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning family news and religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land owed by Ross in the Northwest Territory and his explanation of a law pertaining to military land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Making a proposal for his land on the Ohio River. Includes account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending power of attorney to sell land claims.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money; a trip to Richmond; the death of his son; and a proposed visit by William Wilson. Also concerns money paid ? McCleery; and lands of ? Symes which needs a title from Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying he has no land to sell and that the Congress lands sold at public sale in New York in which Hopkins was the nominal purchaser, probably now belong to William Duer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning lands in the Northwest Territory and Woods and Martin trying to be appointed to help survey the military lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning taxes on land in Harrison and Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed by ? Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods that Benjamin Cooper has settled on land conveyed from Woods' mother to Yeates' daughter. Yeates is satisfied with his land and suggests Woods purchase land in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo survey and return plot and certificate for land in Ohio County. Witnessed by James Wilson and includes affidavit of William Trigg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and mentions military land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell Woods his \"mill place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Giving family news and telling Poage someone wishes to buy his land in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns buying and selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning buying land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning buying land in Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes water journey. Asks to have coat and horse sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHoping that Woods con meet him in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Woods an opinion he has gotten concerning patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking the recipient to inquire for William Hunley and ask him about a bond executed by Thomas McGeorge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the death of their mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning collection of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the collection of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the sale by Woods to Cloyd of land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a legal dispute between ? Poage and an unidentified person over land title.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods Thomas Wilson has not arrived back in Morgantown and concerning Wilson's candidacy for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Thomas Wilson's candidacy for Congress. Mentions Henry Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Henry Lee's debts and the illness of Lee's wife Ann Hill (Carter) Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the conveyance of land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed by Cloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor them to patent land in the Northwest Territory in co-partnership.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo guarantee that Woods would convey to Conill land in Northwest Territory originally owned in co-partnership with Absalom Martin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo divide land they purchased in co-partnership in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Andrew Woods' business trip to Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends petitions by his son to Woods to be presented to the legislature. Wells is against the one for removing the seat of justice from Charleston. Lists what work has already been done there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending a plat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Woods get land plats.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses business of General Assembly and family affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Archibald Woods by Henry Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStating he will send more information on the mission to France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eListing terms upon which he will sell land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the lawsuit of Robert Poage v. Abraham Chapline, George Washington's declining to accept an appointment as a member of mission to France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a warrant for military land. Expresses concern over Indians to west.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one mare, one still and one yoke of oxen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an appointment Woods is requesting and the sale of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in Kentucky they are interested in purchasing and selling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking Woods to put three plats into the land office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to get a land warrant from the Treasury land office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns land business he is handling for Wilson, Mentions resolutions censuring Alien \u0026amp; Sedition Acts, petitions and the fact that the Court House stands at Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and discusses business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Defending passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts and discussing the bankruptcy bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money he is collecting for various individuals. Asks Woods to forward land patents to him. Asks Woods if he will run for General Assembly again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Watson to lease land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Ogden to lease twelve acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOf decisions at a court held March Term 1799.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns building a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo clean and fence twenty acres in the Territory in exchange for one hundred acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning elections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods he is unable to pay him any money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell to Moore and McClure 134 acres in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell 300 acres to Tallman in Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Woods' help in securing a place on the Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering Woods to return arms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discussing Randolph Academy. Gives family news and says Nehemiah? Creavens Cravens \"is crazy by this time.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe is unable to finish paying Woods for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking him to come to Zac Sprigg's house to give depositions concerning a contested election for the General Assembly. Includes fragment, 1799 September 7, of a notice to Archibald Woods, Moses Shepherd, Zac Sprigg, George Moses and William Dement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing the transfer of a note for money owed by Woods from Breckinridge to George Cooper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChapline is unable to attend the muster. Orders Woods to command in his place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribing how survey is to be made out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods to make out certificate of survey to Henry Banks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing money and legal matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Orders Woods to order a court martial for Lieutenant Thomas Gray on charges made by Captain Jacob Wetzel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses vehement opposition to Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn how to proceed with land business and military land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land in Kentucky sold to Richard Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Benjamin Biggs, session of legislature and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking for money Woods owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning 2,000 acres of land bought by Faw from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to tend to his uncle's business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning resolutions passed by opposition members of Virginia General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns suing ? Payne for money owed Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocation of Woods' warrants in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgainst letter by committee of opposition members of General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnouncing Wilson's candidacy for the Virginia Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Election returns for Monongalia County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the execution of a writ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Low to lease the plantation (\"Greenfield\") on which Woods lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cravens and Tallman to build a house for Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms on which land in Northwest Territory is sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking an offer for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning committee of Federalists and asking Federalists to vote.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSelling Woods a set of blacksmith's tools which are listed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking whether Henry? Lee ever surveyed the land Evans has laid a warrant on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking Woods to give some money to George Poage and asking Woods if he is a candidate for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell 150 acres in the Northwest Territory to Eagleston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit between them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting title papers for John Poage and asking Woods to use his influence in preventing the removal of the district court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Vouching for William Tate who wishes to buy land in Ohio County for an inn or tavern?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking Woods for his offer to sell land to Cloyd at a reduced price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to find out when Woods will be going to the woods to survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Informing Woods that ? Duvall had saved Woods' land from being sold for taxes and giving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a stolen horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the claim of Jacob Beason to land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to pay taxes on McClenechan's land for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCriticizing Woods' dealings with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses receipts for wheat and asks to be sent flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDemanding payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanting to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military land warrants and Robert Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Black to put a shingle roof on Woods' barn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease Johnson and Hamblin land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo take depositions in lawsuit of Robert Poage v. David Bradford in Virginia High Court of Chancery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit he is handling for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of land by military warrant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning a court decision in High Court of Chancery in Woods? vs. Wilsonand Todd vs. executors of ? in Botetourt County Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates he has not moved yet, but there is a wagon road across the mountains to Fincastle. Is sending money owed to Woods but can not send all of it. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Stating he will be going to Alexandria and Washington D.C. and will carry out business for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling about his crops and expressing Federalist sentiments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns an injunction and money owed to Wilson. Included Polly Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods, giving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requesting Ann (Poage) Woods' right of dower in land purchased from Woods by ? McNear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting deeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnouncing his intention to move.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning David Yeates, a weaver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the deposition of Thomas Kenton in a land dispute and mentions Henry Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a land dispute and the deposition of his mother Ann McGintry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes memorandum, undated, concerning procedure in the lawsuit. Also includes memorandum, 1797 December 6, of Archibald Woods, concerning Abraham Chapline, legal advice, 1797 December 12, of Bushrod Washington; cover sheet, 1801 July 22 of L. Burfoot, sending letter of Daniel Call; and copy (made by P. Tinsley) of decree, 1805 September 28, of the Virginia Superior Court of Chancery in the lawsuit of Robert Poage vs. Abraham Chaplaine and David Bradford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military land disputes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns a lawsuit between ? McIntire and Archibald Woods and the debate in the General Assembly over the division of Kanawha County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Land Office bill. Deposition, 1802, of Archibald Woods in a land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to thirty-five acres to Hamblin and Witt. Hambler and Witt are to plant apple trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease ninety acres of land to Dean. Dean is to take care of orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning military land warrants. Asks if Whetsel Wetzel got his money \"for the Negro he sent down the River.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Albert Gallatin and the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease to Johnson twenty-nine acres of land. Johnson is to take care of the fruit trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo change an agreement concerning the delivery of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land and the appointment of a magistrate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the appointment of a magistrate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods owes money for a subscription to Universal Gazette, a newspaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land for Abraham Faw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering him to order all commissioned officers to meet at Wheeling for muster and training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCreain is interested in purchasing land from Woods and Bowyer would like to rent some land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Chapline. Includes William Gelaspie, Station Camp, Sumner County, Tenn. to Abraham Chapline, concerning money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning ? Biggs' surveying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the surveying of land in the Northwest Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asking Woods to let Mark Jacobs live on land owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Woods to sell his land and it he has done so, to remit payments in pot metal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecides not to exchange land with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid the tax on Woods' land to prevent sale for non-payment of taxes. Asks about worth of land he owns on Ohio River so he can sell or exchange it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving news about his mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning deed to land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking him for paying taxes on Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving a description of Countyside. Joseph Woods is keeping a store. Gives price of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Okey to lease thirty acres of land adjoining Captina Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the milling of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning location of a salt spring and asking Woods to survey some land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to exchange some land with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a plot for David Hozack's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed to Woods for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a court house in Belmont, County, Ohio and land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Witt and Roberts to lease land in Belmont County, Ohio. Witt and Roberts are to preserve the orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning money owed Archibald Woods. Discusses the murder of an Indian trader.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting planks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanting to lease land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering him to order his battalion to report for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending his wife to pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a survey order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning her arrival and health and Jane ?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning politics in Mississippi, French in New Orleans and price of goods in Natchez.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the settlement of a debt between Spencer and Samuel Biddle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning his poverty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning military warrant land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying how much she is missed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Inquiring about military land located for ? Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the Ohio legislature and the location of the courthouse of Belmont County, Ohio, the necessity of building a road to it, ferries and the Miami Exporting Company. Bears notes in another hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses Richard Yeates' land and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning title to land owned by ? Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Telling Woods that Poage vs. Bradford \u0026amp; Chaplinecould not be tried in his district of the Virginia High Court of Chancery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a law suit and a possible exchange of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery. Gives his opinion of the Louisiana Purchase.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the building of a dam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land in Ohio County surveyed by Woods for her husband.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking if Woods has sold his land for him. If so, please remit \"one ton of small castings, and the remainder in twenty gallon kettles without legs, for the purpose of salt-making.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying he has sent Andrew Woods and an Indian trader up White River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to come make a survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning money owed Woods by Joseph? Tomlingson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning disputed land in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Prittyman to lease land. Lease extended for another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land disputes between Woods and Yeates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor money received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his opinions of Methodists.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to exchange land with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cassat to pay Woods back for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of Poage v. Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning William Croghan and land belonging to Woods in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Croghan's purchase of land owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning death of Aggy Poage, other family news and election of Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOhio for Witt to rent land. Witt is to take care of the orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking to buy the land he lives on from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to forward a letter for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one moiety (half) of the first installment \u0026amp; surveying expenses for land in Northwest Territory offered for sale at Steubenville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news, discusses Philip Doddridge and land speculation in Northwest Territory; and the \"conversion\" of the Presbyterian minister, William Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Philip Doddridge, the lawsuit of John McIntire vs. Wood,and Woods vs. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter probably intended for Archibald Woods. Concerning the sale of land for taxes, the lawsuit of John Macker vs. Lewis Cragg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning their land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell him burr mill stones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Edward Coats' son, William will become an apprentice to Hoover, a saddlemaker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo split land in Kentucky if Pogue is successful in proving claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit involving ? Fulton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Betsy Woods and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond of title to promise to convey 240 acres to the Ramseys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the visit of Woods' daughter, a proposed trip to Augusta, and the possibility of Wilson running for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid taxes owed on Woods' Kentucky land. Is interested in selling or exchanging 1200 acres of land on or near the Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Pergrin to lease 17 acres of land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a note for money due Robert Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Reed and Edwards to lease a house and garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey to Nehemiah Cravens 300 acres of land in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of the birth of a daughter. \"The election is over \u0026amp; I am easy--when vice prevails and wicked men bear sway the post of honour is a private station;...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to sell 250 acres of land to Mothral and Mantooth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering land for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a lawsuit involving land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Deafabough to run a grist mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning lawsuit of Woods v. William Lewisand McIntyre v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about Archibald Woods' health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting the health of his daughter and the lawsuit of McIntyre v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to sell a slave for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning disputed land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Steenrod to sell one half of a tract of land containing one hundred and eighty acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Ingledue to run a grist mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses fever. Tells Woods one of deeds he has from him has no witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells his uncle he has moved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuits of McIntyre v. Woods and Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to pay him for surveying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning taking wheat to his mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor McConnell to run a grist mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Patterson Ingledue's death was due to accident by the falling of a tree.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo settle the estate of Patterson Ingledue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Swiney to rent eighteen acres from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor land in Belmont County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas bought wheat for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to sell to his nephew his surveyor's compass.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land Woods wants to purchase. Is concerned about his land in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Black to rent twenty-six acres from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Witt to rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor McConnell and Dean to rent ninety acres of land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the sale of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods the surveys he is asking about can not be found.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about mill wheels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Black to build a house. Lists tasks Black is to perform.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a temporary assignment of dower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the delivery of mill wheels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Feay to sell one hundred acres of land to Milligan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney owed for subscription to United States Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill try to aid Woods in the capture of a runaway slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuits of Poage v. Chapline \u0026amp; Bradford.Asks Call to represent Poage in the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land owned by Crogan in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to collect a debt from Caleb Reeves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an injunction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to settle Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the lawsuit, Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land belonging to George Pepperly and the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Edmonds to lease twenty-nine acres from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying Richard Parriott wishes to buy McClandhan's land. Will trade a slave family for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Humphrey Marshall; and Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an offer to settle McIntire v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land; and also slaves which had belonged to Harman Blennerhassett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning Woods v. Lewis. Includes Patsey Houston, Natural Bridge, Virginia, to Archibald Woods, concerning a trip to see sister Polly McClung.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wants him to accompany Betsy to see Polly McClung.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods vs. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreeing to defend him in the lawsuit of McIntire v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Sheffey to take depositions in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a still.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the purchase of land and slaves from William McClandhan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarpenter is migrating to West. Will leave room in his wagon for Mathew Quick if Quick is interested. Asks Woods to give message.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the decision in the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning an appeal of the decision in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning encumbrances upon the property of William Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning the route of the United States Road to Wheeling, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For an attachment against the estate of Moses Thompson. Includes plat, n.d., of land owned by John Lee and Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the conveyance of land from William Chapline to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order companies to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to designate his military land so Bay can pay taxes on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of birth of George Washington Wilson, sickness of many and death of Hezekiah Reader from fever. Wants sister to write and come to see her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Apology for not having written him concerning the decision in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the conveyance of 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to deal for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying they will not pay an order for grinding wheat at Woods' mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStating he will buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts his side of Woods v. Lewis and asks Blackburn to be his lawyer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Giving news about influenza in Lexington, Kentucky and discussing a land dispute. Alexander Mitchel to Thomas Dickerson, near Short Creek, Ohio County, West Virginia asking him if he saw Thomas Kennady in 1776 concerning land improvements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying he has paid the tax due on Woods' land. People in Western part of state want to perpetuate seat of government at Chillicothe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sending a deed and asking his opinion of the value of other land,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdmonds is to take particular care of fruit trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods to serve as executor in his plan to settle the estate of George Dement and to effect a settlement between the heirs of Dement and the heirs of Ignatious Sirums.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sending rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Stopped sale of Woods' land for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerning land bought by Samuel Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods if he has made up his mind about a bargain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Also includes a memorandum of Archibald Woods concerning power of attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods to send down flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a missing arms shipment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStill interested in Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOkey is concerned about Woods' lawsuit against Timmons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods he has been denied change of venue in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to pay taxes on land he William Croghan owns. Wants to know about John? McIntire who purchased George Rogers Clark's right to land on Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Desiring to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEvans is concerned about a land claim he has.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to report on his land to him, since Hill desires to settle on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents It is the opinion of several people that Woods' flour is unfit for market. \"Mr. Miller states that all the flour in Charlestown, that was made before September is sour and unfit for market.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas asked for continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Blackburn other directions in handling the case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Including a memorandum of agreement (witnessed by C. Hammond and George Knox).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers Negro slaves to Woods in exchange for land. Describes the slave families.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHough has checked Woods' land for taxes due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Moore if he knows about location of U.S. road. Wants to be appointed a commissioner to lay road out in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssures Woods his offer of slaves will not injure Woods' claim in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to draft 46 men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas no Negroes to sell. Wants Woods to survey some land for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn compliance with order, has militia company together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet with Woods to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Offers to settle money owed him in wheat. Includes Archibald Woods to George Hancock, concerning slaves Hancock wishes to sell. Woods discusses prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn application was made to change venue in Woods v. Lewis. It failed. Has heard of no application since. Johnson had small pox. Cannot issue subpoena for witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives information and advice on Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdmonds is to take particular care of the fruit trees and orchard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks what Woods wants him to do in a lawsuit involving land. \"We are advised by William McKinley that he has been pressed into the electioneering campaign--the conduct of Gen'l J. G. I--in this respect must be as bad as an English press gang--poor MC is to be pitied.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sorry to hear her sister has been unwell, brother Billy's wife has consumption. \"Nancy Wilson has two sons. I think she breeds well...I was surprised when Mr. hood informed me that Brother Bob was with you. I should be very glad to see him provided he could be sober and rational.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering Woods to order his Battalion to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Undertook to get paper needed in Woods v. Lewis from Sweet Springs. Found he had to go on to Munroe Monroe C.H. Papers not ready. Clerk issued order that he would send papers. Case was docketed in Rockbridge. Subpoena issued for Patrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to locate military land for Nicholas' warrant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants the patents for the 17,000 acre survey belonging to the partnership, so he can inquire about taxes due on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSickness prevented sending deeds. Asks for money Woods owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Introduces Noah Zane. Zane is the bearer of remonstrances counteracting remonstrances from Pennsylvania on the subject of the National road. Describes route the commissioners laid out. Hopes that route will be kept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sent receipts which Woods has failed to get. Asks Woods to take \"best matters\" action. Wishes Woods not to be uneasy about the money he owes Woods. Expects to make a payment this fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Brother Archibald \u0026amp; myself having made an alteration in our agreement respecting this place on which I live, it is necessary our article in your hands should be destroyed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccording to list of military claims, there is none due Andrew Robinson. Thanks Woods for paying taxes on his land Ohio County. Asks Woods to continue until land can be sold and try to find purchaser.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods v. Lewis will probably be tried in September. Papers have not yet arrived.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents She is pregnant. Had expected a visit this summer. Includes Polly Wilson to Eliza and Polly Woods. Wants them to write.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Defends his treatment of Woods' son, Alpheus in school. \"If Franklin (Woods' other son) to exculpate himself, has represented to you that I did not pay the same attention to him, that I did to others, I assure you that he wronged me.\" Assures Woods he will do all in his power for his improvement. Lists subjects he will be offering.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends Franklin and Alpheus Woods home. Defends Thomas Glisson as a teacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas omitted entering the land. Lists entries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent deed. Please remit money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods v. Lewis has been continued until April. General Breckenridge and Allen Taylor did not attend the exposition of General Preston. Fears the loss of Sheffey at next term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere has been a continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Afraid he can not attend the trial in the spring due to serving in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has obtained a postponement in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Betsy Poage. Summarizes national politics and rumors of Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Woods v. Lewis is continued. Injunction has been granted. Encloses subpoena.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has never heard from Woods about his claims for land in Woods' County. William Oldham will handle it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers Negro slaves for sale, Easther, Harry \u0026amp; Nancy as well as a \"lad\"; and a \"girl,\" 7 years old. Describes their abilities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends commission. \"I never wished to hold an office that I was not thought worthy of, if you thought me incapable of discharging my duty or unworthy of promotion I will ask you why did you not communicate your objection to me before the Court Marshall martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks one of them to pay taxes on Archibald Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives directions in taking General Breckinridge's deposition. Recounts proposals from George Hancock. Proposes his grounds for a settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his price for a slave, Jacob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes receipt for Zac. Sprigg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBirth of Louisa Ann. \"Mrs. Kerns the ladys wedding you was at when you was here shews the fruits of her marriage verry plain.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls. Invites them for a visit. \"Betsy you cannot get anybody to have you where you are known.\" Lists recent weddings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Woods can come to his (Thomas Warman) mothers he will take five dollars less. He cannot come to Woods\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnlow is to clear land, repair a cabin, build a stable and repair fences.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe owns no land in US Military District, north of the Scioto. A Capt. John Brown did own a quarter township, but suspects it has been sold. He owns 8 or ten thousand acres in tracts of 1000 acres which he would sell. Describes one tract. Price is three dollars per acre but would accept \"two or three young negro men at valuation in part payment.\" Two \u0026amp; half dollars per acre for other tracts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent deed to Mr. Chambers of Kentucky. Requests Woods to rent a plantation for him. Pay taxes due on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends information on the murder and names of the children of D. Bradford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince he has resolved to leave Morgantown, he wants Woods to remit money. \"There is not I believe any part of the civilized world where education is thought so little of as this place.\" Asks questions about the Wheeling area. Can produce testimonies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold Noah Linsly interest in Capteen bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOwns a quarter section of military land. Gives terms and location.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness with Woods' son, Thomas. Asks for more time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends wheat and cotton Woods requested. Don't send corn or meal. Do send bran.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill sell lands at Fishing Creek to Woods' neighbor for cash if offer is high enough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoesn't understand why he didn't receive all the money due him from Woods. Has been sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on various schools in his County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed description of how it is to be built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send record of Woods v. Lewis(300 pages) when Woods remits fee of forty-five dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased a farm 3 miles from Morgantown. \"The people in my neighborhood are perfectly indifferent about the education of their children so that I cannot expect to derive anything from tuition among them.\" Would come to Wheeling if three hundred dollars could be procured. If not, will open school at his farm. Pledges to be attentive to Franklin Woods (Woods' son.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Woods advice on how to recover costs from John McIntire. Will attend Woods v. Lewis at Rockbridge Superior Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe two young men who contracted with Shepherd for flour have been at all mills and cannot get flour. Will have to give you the price you ask.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSalutation is \"Dear Andrew.\" Wishes him to write respecting the receipts for costs in the suit with the Wilson's and Harbison's bond. \"As I of late feel my constitution decline, my wish is as far as possible to draw my concerns to a close. Ask George] Hancock to have business in Botetourt with Wilson's settled.\" \"have not got my business with Lewis finally settled as yet...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresented receipts to ? Wilson. He would not refund the money. Left receipts and letter with George Hancock. \"I start in a few days for Kentucky with my little family \u0026amp; small portion of this world's goods--my wife Elenor has been in a bad state of health since early spring. My mother \u0026amp; brother Andrew also are in bad health as usual. Write if you receive this letter. Address letter to Lincoln County near Stanford Kentucky.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists officers elected by company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Offers to sell stills\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet him in Staunton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists terms on which he will settle with Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces ? McKnight who claims land in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms upon which he will sell his farm, mill, dwelling house and distillery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms on which Josiah Dillon will pay Bank of Marietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms upon which the directors will accept payment of Dillon's debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods will take up Dillon's note on Bank of Marietta. Dillon will convey house and lot to Woods. Dillon will convey residue of property to George Paull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas offered for Congress. Chancellor made decree in Woods v. Lewis. Decree is agreeable to last verdict.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestioning whether a judgment against Josiah Dillon in federal court is a lien against property he has bought from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Poage to collect money due in execution of decree in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Poage directions about collecting it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntends to get money to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants McClandhan to collect money due on execution against William Lewis. Includes Archibald Woods to James Breckinridge.Woods blames Breckenridge for not paying over money owed him by William Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hughes received fee who will handle Woods' business with Bell. Pogue obtained judgment for 7,000 dollars against ? Brown. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if ? Hughes brought suit against Benjamin Bell for him. It not, will employ Alexander Marshall next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes college at Canonsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants all papers pertaining to lease of a piece of property sent to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased property of John Thompson. Woods is at liberty to make use of his house after expiration of the lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests pay for services as adjutant in 4th Regiment of Virginia militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts his difficulty in obtaining money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas had no further account from Staunton. \"I had expected to see Genll Paull present my compliments to ? and tell him to be so good as to procure a copy of your Constitution on Regulations of your Library and forward to me as soon as possible as I am to report on that subject for our town is establishing a library.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a decree against William Lewis. Clerk has failed to certify when the injunction was granted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Cannot be at election in Ohio County, West Virginia Hopes his opponent will not exceed him in that County more than 30 votes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants ? Woods (son of Archibald Woods) to come next week if he is coming to live with him. Will leave terms up to McLure.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrown wants to rent house. Wants a sign and four beds and complains of rent being too high.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Paull had held deed of trust on two lots in St. Clairsville, Ohio for money owed Bank of Marietta by Dillon. Paull is deeding property to Woods to discharge the deed of trust. Edward Bryson. Includes affidavit of William Farris, Junior.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorse bought by White or his brother in St. Clairsville, Ohio stands on lot bought by Woods from Josiah Dillon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShall be engaged at Judge Lockwood fitting out a boat. Mortgage must be recorded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to survey land to divide farm between Chapline and Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has deposited money with General James Breckinridge for Woods' claim. ? Walker previous to going to Kentucky left memo respecting Woods' suit with Wilson. No bill was filed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResults of election between William McKinley and Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not heard from lawyers concerning Woods vs. Lewis. Thomas Wilson is elected to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists tasks and prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull and the validity of Woods' title to Dillon's property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if copy of decree in Woods v. Lewis has been forwarded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNoah? Linsly has decided against Woods and Paull concerning the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull selling Dillon's lots to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmits payment to discharge note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the price of a hopperboy for a flour mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for delay. Called away by death of a friend in Baltimore. Has sent copy of decree to clerk of Monroe so he can issue execution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants James Paull to send him a pair of pigs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends decree in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIssued against property of Amos Shearman and Joseph Ferroi in the lawsuit of Matthew Kerr v. Ferroi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppoints Woods president of a court-martial to try James G. Laidley for disorderly behaviour and disobedience of orders at the 113th Regiment. \"Also for conspiring with his subaltern officers previous to said muster to be disorderly on the day of said muster.\" Includes Benjamin Biggs, certifying he did employ John Finney to summons the officers to attend the trial of Laidley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Requests Erwin pay forty-two dollars to ? Evans for license to rise hopperboy at Woods' mill. \"The mill stands on Wheat's run a branch of Wheeling Creeke in Ohio County...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends bill of complaint for Woods to answer in \u003cemph render=\"italic\"\u003eWilson's Executors v. Woods.\u003c/emph\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructed by Lieutenant Governor \"to inform you that commissions cannot issue...until it shall be specified...what vacancies they are to fill; or if for a new company that also should be specified.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George William Smith, Lieutenant Governor and Jno W. Pleasants. Includes Benjamin Biggs attesting that Andrew Howlett had taken oath as captain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Needs oats from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoseph Cloyd's wife and daughter died. Houston's \"son Andrew got a cut on his knee last winter which had nearly taken his life.\" Gives other family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Woods vs. Lewis and Wilson's heirs vs. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has made an alteration in the promissory note Woods sent for him to sign. Includes of John Anderson, undated., to Archibald Woods, Ohio County, West Virginia Robert Anderson is not willing that John Anderson should quit his work before harvest so Woods can expect them July 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order regiment to Wheeling for muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas collected 792 dollars in execution granted in Woods v. Lewis. Marshall has taken all the personal property of William Lewis. Let him know how to transmit money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease the stone house and stable to be built. Describes how stable is to be constructed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent articles written for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends sympathy for death of Archibald Woods' son. Unable to attend funeral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased with executive appointment of a judge for our circuit. Try to block appointment of ? Jackson by legislature. Thinks Congressional session will be long and boisterous. His reception in Woods' County has made impressions on his mind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeix agrees to build a barn for Evans. Description of how it is to be built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers land for sale adjoining land owned by Woods at the mouth of Capteen Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies Woods that a note of Michael Cresap, endorsed by Woods is due and unpaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eZebu Warner is indebted to Woods for rent. Gives Griffith options on how to handle the collection. Includes Archibald Woods to Zebu Warner. Concerns rent owed to Woods. See Folder 656 for documents of 1811 October 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaments loss of Woods' son. Not able to make any statement with respect to Woods' account with George Poage without assistance of Woods' papers. Includes receipt from J. Russle ? to David Banes? for wheat to the account of Archibald] Woods.Includes fragment of an account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Woods has made purchase of the Jughandle Mills, write him and he will send Woods a draft of his proportion of the half.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpoke to R. ? Thompsonwho is considered one of the best house-carpenters here respecting the undertaking of your house. The Republican ticket succeeded in all three members with a majority of two to three hundred votes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has learned by George Paull that Mr. Lewis has sold his land. Informed a proposition is made by Mr. Lewis to pay to William Poageof Augusta for Woods. Thanks McClandhan for his friendly aid in having the business brought to a close. Speculates on other terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns taxes on land in Ohio County owned by Cloyd family and by Matthew Houston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to make him some flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that he look for patents for George and Isaac Kelly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to tell him how to go about military patents. Has visited the President and also attended the House of Madam. At next interview with President intends to mention the Road. Many petitioners praying to be relieved from injuries sustained under the nonimportation law. Affair of the Chesapeake settled. Determined representation for the states. The \"Harriet\"; sails in a few days with messengers to England and France. Mr. Taylor son of John Taylor goes to England and Mr. Biddle son of Clement Biddle goes to France. \"it is hard to say what course our great men will take. I believe...leaders know not what to do. Not do I know who is to be the leader. I believe in Caucus it was determined to elect Henry Clay, speaker and they did elect him.\" Describes Clay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas about thirty-five feet of pipes now by him and expects to set another kiln next week when he expects to have Woods' in it. Wants to know what other kind, of ware Woods would wish to be sent along with them. \"Here let me remark that Mr. Wales opinion of stone ware pipes is higher than ever \u0026amp; he regrets that the town of Steubensville does not use them instead of wood.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo assign and transfer to Archibald Woods twenty shares in Bank of Steubenville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his recollection of a transaction between himself and John McClure. Mr. Reed's young daughter died. Have searched for cloth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for being so long, in making his returns because he couldn't understand it. Includes Andrew Howlett to Archibal] Woods, 1811 December 30. Has sent returns by Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns settling Woods v. Lewis. \"Beware of being taken in as all those people are Great Sharpers. Beware of going in any barter or bargain with them. If possible they will try to pawn some old or good for nothing Negroes on you, or some other old stuff or bad bonds.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Received four hundred dollars from William Lewis. Taken a bond on Burwell. Not knowing the amount of the Execution nor Credits, could not go into a final settlement. Can have it credited to execution by writing clerk of Monroe or attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Ann Woods for sending Patty up. Glad to hear of Betsy's safe delivery. \"if I live as long as the first week in May and no accident happens I expect to have an addition to my family, already too large, but when we have them we are sorry for to part with them.\" Misses her husband who is in Congress. Hope he returns in March, but if they declare war he may be detained a month or two longer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresented draft to Sheffey. Mentioned \"the establishment of the Road to his Majesty but have no answer to the point.\" Discusses increase in military establishment. Bills on Navy laid on table to make room for land force. Wilson voted no to raising 25,000 soldiers. Asks what the people think. Doubts leaders. Thinks war will ensue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received draft to settle Woods v. Lewis. Has to be sent back to William Poage to obtain proper endorsement. \"We hear of nothing here but war...\" Lists bills concerning raising troops. President will not act on the U.S. Road, saying there is no money to expend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs making enquiries about a 3000 acre tract of military land in Ohio County. Asks if land has been sold for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Evans to sell his farm to Eoff. Evans is also to convey his interest in the ferries across the Ohio River and across Wheeling Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrescribing the uniform of the Virginia militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses patent to Woods. Asks for recommendations for officers in \"our (to be made Army)\". Rage for war has subsided. Looks for proposition to repeal non-importation law. Houses passes bill to repair old frigates. Mentions William Branch Giles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould survey his land but had to attend Superior Court at Wheeling. Makes proposal for 200 to 250 acres. Offer is eight gallons good whiskey and one dollar per acre. He offers flour. Draws plat to explain offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerson who delivers letter is authorized to sell land for General James Allen and Col. David Allen. Discusses past dispute with Woods over land in Kentucky he bought from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuilding a sawmill. Thinks Mallory should have house he is renting taken from him. Doesn't know anyone else to rent it to. Benjamin Ruggles wants Paull to go in with him and others on laying out a town, (Woodsfield?)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas heard rumors that political enemies may try to have election for clerk set aside if they lose. Suggests that Robert Woods as eldest magistrate to require sheriff to summons all magistrates to elect a clerk for County court in place of Moses Chapline, deceased. Suggests form to use.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods recommendations for commissions as officers. Trouble raising money. Considered salt tax. \"The 'Constitution' has returned ten days \u0026amp; no report of anything from England and France.\" Sheffey has paid no money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoesn't have time to consider offer for land. Prefers bank stock to land. Prefers cash to bank stock. If others sell out, he does not wish to be backward. Does not think Archibald Woods' offer for his interest in Botetourt includes what he will receive from Elijah Woods. Wants Brother James Woods to appoint attorney to settle price of land Robert Woods is to have from Joseph Woods and make a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses British spy, John Henry. \"It is not yet determined who is to be next President. DeWitt Clinton is spoken of.\" April elections will express public mind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses land owned by David and James Cloyd and Matthew Houston in Ohio County. In Woods v. Lewis. Lewis has sold land to ? Burwell. Lewis has paid $7,000 to William Poage. James Greenlee married Miss ? Paxton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends his handling of Woods business in the suit of Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods he can expect an embargo. Asks him to let ? Shepherd and all friends know.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists officers to be commissioned. Has enclosed documents \"for the information of the people.\" Forwarded report on subject of U.S. Road. Doesn't expect anything to be done concerning road west of Monongahela. Not at liberty to say more about embargo. Received no more money from Sheffey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not gotten a person to go see Windle for purpose of making a purchase. Has not gotten survey made of Capteena land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending John McLure to collect $7,000 left by William Lewis. has written clerk of Monroe County to stay execution until November.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Woods (uncle) wishes to purchase 200 acres of land from him. Price is $1,600. Has written father to give Archibald Woods a power of attorney. Owes Robert Woods. In addition owes $3,000-4,000 in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to be recommended to be appointed a major in army to be raised in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSheffey does not find it convenient to give a settlement at this time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that bearer be paid thirty-nine dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seven thousand dollars as part of the execution against William Lewis in Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to enter quarters of land?. Includes document of Archibald Woods. Asking that volunteers for the army be encouraged. Tells what pay and rations soldiers will receive.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seen Battial Harrison who has the Virginia military land warrants. Will make some proposition. James Paull has gone to Richmond. Would rather deal with Paull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Henry Greene who wishes to obtain advice respecting the validity of a claim of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds brick to mend a hearth. Asks for late newspapers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigning his office in the Wheeling Light Infantry. Woods has written two names on the letter as possible replacements for Pannill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on the measurement of lumber. Does not like quality of the boards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to know if Woods intends to let him have Mr. Ramsey's place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePut advertisement in paper for sale of town lots and sent notices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt the first muster of the Wheeling Light Infantry, ensign of the company made known his intention to decline serving in the company in the capacity of an officer longer than five years from the date of his commissions. Company elected a replacement, John Richardson and recommended him to be appointed. Includes Archibald Woods, listing possible officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad sent commission to Jno Richardson to be ensign in Wheeling Light Infantry. Since Richardson has been accused in affidavit by ? Zane of saying he would not interfere if slaves in eastern part of state rose up and murdered their masters, he should return his commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recommends Mr. Ross to repair public arms. Woods has written on the letter: William Ross at Frederick Town on Monongala River, Washington County, Pennsylvania\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed will gives the course of the war. Woods' son, Thomas, stayed with him. Thinks it's high time for Congress to adjourn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStill wants $1600 for the land he is offering to Robert Woods. News about Andrew Woods, Robert Woods, and John M. Walker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent horse pasture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods to have the public arms repaired.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswer to a letter from Sheffey concerning Woods' manner of collecting money due him in Woods v. Lewis. Includes earlier draft of above. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of Daniel Sheffey's statement which Woods thinks is incorrect. Tries to understand the statement. Thinks majority of people are opposed to war. Cannot raise troops, as commander of 4th Regiment, Virginia militia. Has on company volunteers, one company drafted. Wife had large son, William. Nearly cost her her life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhiskey Woods has sold him is indifferent. Discusses salt works. Cannot hire or sell slave because he has a sore leg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot accept price Caldwell proposes for land. Gives his offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order his regiment to Wheeling for training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to raise money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for paying taxes for him. Sends money by son, John Croghan. Mentions George Croghan. Will consider exchanging land with Woods after he gets necessary information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks questions concerning impressment of camp kettles, axes, and wagons. \"The troops from this Regiment are to meet at this place on Tuesday next and will proceed in boats to the place of Destination, on Wednesday if possible, say Thursday at farthest. I shall be happy to meet and accompany the troop from your Regiment.\" Late orders authorize the Col. commanding to provide for the transportation of the baggage. \"My opinion is that wagons should be procured in each regiment, they can be sent by water to point pleasant, the horses by land, the camp kettles so far as we may stand in need will be taken from Mr. Dutty... Keel Boats going to Kenhawn for salt can be procured if you can engage but I have as yet engaged by one, three will be necessary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnderstands Woods' men are to meet this day at Wheeling. Sends Capt. Russel to receive from information as to boats for the transportation of the troops and also as to provisions. \"Say five days Rations of bread and salt pork of Bacon, ready cooked, my wish being to go on Day and Night if possible until we arrive at Point Pleasant.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo raise supplies for families of soldiers. Includes minutes of a meeting of citizens of Richmond, Manchester and their vicinities held at the Capitol. Resolved that name of association be \"The Society for promoting the success of the War against Great Britain.\" Lists duties of the association, including the appointing of a standing committee in each town and County.... 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents To Capt. Lewis Bonnet to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure, William Irwin, and John Feay, that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00. Includes, Archibald Woods, certifying above. Includes warrant from Archibald Woods, to Benjamin Jefferies, to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifying Woods that a note endorsed by him for Morgan Jones is due and unpaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received, in the absence of the Governor, Woods' letter, asking to have made at Wheeling, arms for a troop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill attend court martial and pay his fine if it's proved he should have gone when called.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill leave home in a week for Washington. Should be glad to hear result of your election for electors. Expects peace ticket to have a large majority in his County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to make arrangement with Woods concerning stoneware and earthenware. Unable to get salt he needed for his manufacture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposes to start a newspaper with the press to be in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison ticket had a majority of 92. Stephen Van Rensselaer has met with a defeat. Has been informed that Return Jonathan Meigs has been insulted by the common soldiers and almost afraid of times at times to leave his quarters lest he might meet with insults.\" \"I am anxious to hear if peace is expected or if we must go on in this destructive war. If it is to continue God help the nation for in many places, the people are ready almost to cut other throats.\" Cites examples. Will write Daniel Sheffey for account with William Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill sell land for $12,000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks militia are expensive and ruinous. Thinks they can provide little real service \"as well might you put unbroken Horses to a Wagon--they possess the strength \u0026amp; spirit--but they will not pull together.\" sees no prospect of speedy termination of the war. \"the Administration which makes War does rarely make peace.\" Discusses War Hawks. Anxious to hear about Virginians in Western Army. Will present statement to Daniel Sheffey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Cloyd military lands in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives directions for morning and evening parades.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and news of household activities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods should rent to ? Hollister. Terms are too high for Okey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas spoken to General S. Smith about lands in Wheeling. Land is owned by James A. Buchanan of Baltimore. \"No doubt the Papers give you an account how our Generals in the North have managed their campaigns . Was ever a Nation cursed with such officers.\" Secretary of Navy has resigned. Gives makeup of regiments and number. Thinks too many. \"We attempt more than we can do well.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns politics in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends statement concerning execution in Woods v. Lewis. Asks Hamilton to try to see execution and aid him in obtaining his money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmitting advice of council that any artillery companies who are furnished with gun carriages may build sheds to protect them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Woods to rent land (including orchard) to Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods' letter. Lands on Wheeling Creek belong to heirs of his father. If Woods will make proposition, Buchanan will submit it to the heirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Buchanan attitude toward selling land. Has received no news from James Winchester concerning River Raisin defeat. Disagrees with conduct of the war....\"but you and I have it not in our power to regulate these things; but with the people we should speak a language which should be heard even? in the recesses of the palace.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to rent land to the Varneys. Woods is to supply livestock and utensils.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to suspend collection of fine against him because his son failed to attend regimental court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"You may expect something like an Embargo before we rise.\" Expects tax bills to go up. Has put letter before Secretary of War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo be partners in purchasing flour for export to New Orleans or elsewhere.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApparently, two commissions have been served to same person. Woods describes the two men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for saying he will tend to paying the taxes on his land. Since Woods title to land in Kentucky is disputed, he does not want to exchange.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Barnett to build a log house. Gives details on how house is to be built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromise to give possession of a house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to let John D. seaman have flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds lime to finish house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo sell Barrit land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas concluded a bargain with William Sharpless for house and lot. Troops have mounted. Col. Perkins has resigned. Paull expects to be colonel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns opening a road from Woodsfield to Marietta, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Making arrangements to sell property to William Sharpless in event he does not return from war. Intends to go into mercantile business. Have drawn clothing for 27th Regiment and tomorrow start for upper Sandusky and the Lower Sandusky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes affidavit of Josiah M. Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTroops are getting ready to march.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes difficulties in provisioning troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' letter apparently miscarried. Must prepare for a campaign in September.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns payments for barrels of flour?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists repairs (and cost) to muskets and certifies that Adam Keller did the work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettling of accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to locate Betsy and arrange for her to be sent home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to make a survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to order troops for muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns selling a house and lot to Sharpless.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Woods' son, Franklin, can get an appointment in militia. Thinks serving will be good for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sale of house and land to a Mr. Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Franklin Woods arrives. Gen. William Henry Harrison appointed him a third lieutenant. Paull gives his philosophy about serving in the army. Gives instructions about selling house and lot to Sharpless.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSorry to hear of ill health of Mrs. Paull. Surprised to hear that Franklin had enlisted. Discusses war. \"This war of glory or glorious war-which appears to be attended with every calamity defeat and disaster that ever in any shape befell any country ancient or modern-how is it? Are nations punished in proportion to their demerits?...I never once for a moment supposed that the contemptible province of Upper Canada peopled by semibarbarians could have held the United States at bay for more than a year-and even make inroads upon us--\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends forty-one guns and thirty six cartridge boxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharges that Roberts tried to avoid danger withdrew himself from Tyamochta and allowed the baggage of his company to be lost; let tobacco, coffee and chocolate be traded for sale and let other baggage be left and lost; said men did not have to serve past 22nd of March; and used threatening language to a captain. Signed by David Pugh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wants Linsley to try to settle an agreement made with ? Ross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Oliver Hazard Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods aid in helping a Mr. Dear enter land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by B. D. adjutant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns cutting trees and Woods' accusations that Holister has wasted nails and boards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMalory has had trouble entering lands at Woodsfield. Barber wants to encourage settlers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses battle at Moravian Town Battle of the Thames. Includes general orders congratulating the troops after the battle of Moravian Town, Michigan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetitions are doing very well perhaps concerning a division of Belmont County, Ohio. Barretts have not yet marked out the road. George Swaney has not marked road. Wife wants to move back to river. Would like to rent from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that Mrs. Woods acknowledge release of dower to his deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathizes with Woods' rheumatism. Has resigned his pastoral charge and preaches only occasionally. Gives family and neighbor hard news. Only chance for peace is defeat of Bonaparte. Gives a calculation of no peace before 1866. Recommends George Stanley Faber's book on prophecies. Conrad Speece is preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives excuses for why he has not paid money or salt to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes affidavit, (witnessed by George Knox, Alexander Chaplinand Benjamin W. Mahan) of Joseph Spencer that he will not challenge the title of Woods to the land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrived in Detroit \"the second of October after a long and tedious march of about 30 days from camp Seneca. The 27th Regiment has taken quarters in this place for this Winter which was very lucky for the officers having lost all their clothing.\" Has been sick with bilious fever. Learning duties of a Lieutenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParks is to pay fifty flour barrels annually.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs concerned about Betsy's ill health. Her family is well. She has eight children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays it is second time he has written Woods to come for money. Asks to have deed drawn in Huey Gilliland's name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends to Woods for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Gen. Lewis Cass indicates troops are sickly--upwards for 2,000 are down. Has sent Woods an old deed of trust.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns possible repeal of a law creating a new County?. ? Hammond has written William Sharpless advising him to take Paull's property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns money ? McCluney hopes to recover in a law suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns creation of and location of courthouse in Monroe County, Ohio. Did not pass lower house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects an attack before spring by British and Indians. Illness among troops\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking excuses for John Wheeler who has been unable to attend musters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy white oaks from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received $200 from Daniel Sheffey. Requests family news. \"the Democrats here are very sanguine in expectation of peace. I think the probability is that if Clay's oratorial powers can avert it he will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns creation of new County i.e. Monroe. Road has not been marked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by James Harbour, Governor. Registered by J. W. Pleasants. Bears seal of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns selection of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChange in law for time of training.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods if he has purchased the place which Joseph Ramsey purchased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObligated to attend at West Liberty on business of Wheeling Bank. Capt. Howlett is gone to Washington. Lt. Brady will attend for him. Howlett's opinion is that companies of Capt. Jeffries, Gratehouse, Frazier, and Howlett compose the upper Battalion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting terms a tract of land may be purchased on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoubts if appointment of M. J. White as president of a bank to be organized by the Ohio Company? would be good.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas gotten commissioners to lay out road from Marietta to Monroe County line. Needs information from Woods on where a road from Woodfield ought to intersect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods' presence at a stockholders meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Woods' letter advising of Chapline succeeding against Cresap. Sending money by his son, John, to reimburse Woods for payment of land taxes. Knows nothing of ? Doddridge, or of mortgage he has against Mr. Hall. Has asked about land and house belonging to Mr. Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns runaway slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 120 acres on the Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas settled with William Sharpless. Woods can receive 50 shares of bank stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds six bushels of corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Croghan is commander. His mode of commanding is preferable to former commander, Col. Butler. Franklin Woods would like to resign. Is in debt. Did not receive money sent out by George Paull. Describes fort.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Atkison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses dry goods. \"I would, not recommend your going into business until peace is made.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetsy (Woods) Paull continues to mend. On trip to visit his father. Major Gwynn says 26, 27, \u0026amp; 28th Regiments will be consolidated. Expects to lose his rank. \"Betsy wishes you to write her as soon as her mother is confined.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for arrest of Archibald Hamilton on charges he received twenty dollars from James Burrus who was applying for exemption from service. Includes affidavit, undated, of Samuel McClure.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo vote for directions in the Ohio Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes copy of charges against Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFew soldiers left in Regiment. Mentions consolidations and possibility of Paull and himself being extra officers and struck off. 27th Regiment has been disgraced. Cannot get clothes. \"if any officer appears on parade without blue pantaloons and boots he is immediately arrested.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Chapline can inform about the discoveries about property lines. Will expect sheep and probably will take some half breed merino.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Woods had twins, one of whom died within 5 days. Expects Indian treaty. \" I do not know but it will be my turn to go to Norfolk in the next call or requision of militia.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning sale of Sharpless house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing uniforms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to sell Woods a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns William Baker who denies endorsing Jones' note; and salt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to settle debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send Woods his horse if cannot find a better one at fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending Woods his horse. Will send epaulets.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Woods to a muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold sorrell horse. Has got no marching orders yet. Petitions being circulated concerning location of County seat of Monroe County, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Fawcett acting as attorney for Samuel Cope to sell a house and lot in Wheeling, West Virginia to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a house and lot in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends what he thinks register's fees are.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends a petition concerning militia fines. Expects lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives hours. Fines will be strictly enforced. All funds on hand will go to purchase books. Arrears on shares must be paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not have any desire to sell land he owns in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003efor Woods to lease land to Steenrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a lawsuit Philip Doddridge is handling for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders 10th, 17th, 18th, and 10th Brigades to Norfolk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes a deposit on quarter sections. Has been at Woodfield clearing streets. Hopes to see Barber when commissioners meet to fix seat of justice for Monroe. Has been engaged marking a road to the Ohio from the new town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor property given to Woods by Biddle to satisfy rent that is in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns quarter section of land Smith wants to enter. The bearers, Mr. Smith and Baker want to rent. Show them the land where Duvall lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to enter quarter sections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been recommended as coroner of his County. Would like appointment to Woods staff. Wants appointment and hope Woods' staff are not required to march.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJesse Hunt's brother owns land Woods is interested in. Jesse Hunt offers ten dollars per acre for land Woods owns near his brother's land. Discusses flour milling and whiskey distilling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking to be appointed surgeon to 4th Reg't, Virginia Militia. Includes 1815 February 4 of John Connell. H. Marshall and William McHenry to Woods, recommending Stevenson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Is satisfied that he received thirteen bushels of corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdam Kellar wishes to ride home to Richmond instead of marching with rest of troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to rent land for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Archibald Woods to Marshall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Spence has been arrested for desertion. Asks for a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Goodridge and Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeither state nor federal government has funds to pay troops. Arrangements will be made to pay them at a later date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to remit John Spence's sentence for desertion and release him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land to Barrett and for Barrett to repair a cabin and clear land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods explains the unusual nature of his muster return due to the circumstances of their march.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Bonnett resigns his commission as major of the 1st Battalion of the 4th Reg't of Virginia Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGot three quarter sections of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoffert does not want to sell his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas bought land from Jacob Ash that he had no right to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas no recollection of articles of agreement between George Poage and Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill stick to his terms for selling land. Asks Woods to sell his lame horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 56 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend note against James Woods (with deed to him) to Joseph Woods. Includes James Woods to Robert Woods?, undated. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough Woods thinks settlement of Poages' claim against him made by Chapline and Thomas Woods is totally against him, he will agree to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas found a slave who ran away from Archibald Woods. Has promised slave if he would return, he would not be whipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests commission as lieutenant for Jon Curtis if Woods has it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates when he wants to hold a battalion court of inquiry and a regimental court of inquiry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not wish to buy Croghan's land at the price Croghan named. Will sell his horse for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods, McCluny of Charlestown is in Wheeling if he wishes to see him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA man wishes to buy land. Asks Woods for amount. Mr. Scott wants to know if Mr. Morrison can have a set of stable logs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDid not know of muster until day of muster. His knee was out of place and he had no horse to ride.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to make some disposition of a military land claim placed in his hands by Woods fourteen years previously.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease land and ferries to Malory and Long. Malory and Long can also tap sugar maples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' land has been sold for taxes but can redeemed within two years of sale by paying taxes plus interest. Woods should send money for taxes for 1814 and 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClay has drawn up petition to President to establish road to Wheeling. Meigs says tract for sale in Indiana Territory will be open for sale in April or May.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not be able to go to Indiana Territory ?. Fears prices will be too high. A tract of his land (4066 acres in Wood County) was sold for taxes. Asks Woods to redeem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders a day of training of officers and a day of regimental muster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiller's brother does not yet know the result of his application to cob. Walker relating to lands on Green River. Discusses bank paper. Hears there is petition before Maryland legislature to establish a state bank. Has Philadelphia worried. Mentions possibility of a turnpike to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not expect deposit being replaced by any act of Congress. Cumberland Road must await annual appropriation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not have extra capital. to invest in Woodfield, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill return a runaway slave for Woods for a fee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecision on U.S. Road to Wheeling has been referred to Sec. of Treasury; however, Dallas is a Pennsylvanian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to check on Woods' land, but thinks it has been sold for taxes. Woods' mother is in her usual state of health, but her memory fails her. Gives news of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends the assessment of Woods' land which Woods thinks is too high.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChief of Wyandot Indians is dead and his tribes are desirous of selling their lands. No report on U.S. Road. House of Representatives are now discussing direct tax. Mentions birth of a son to Mrs. Paull (Woods' daughter.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to trade money and horses for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarded Woods' letter and memorial from citizens of Wheeling to Clay. James Ross and Charleston people are exciting opposition. ? Connel has obtained depositions on a road from Charleston to Zanesville and made a statement relative to Town of Charleston. Asks Woods for depositions concerning Wheeling. Lands in Indiana not ready for sale yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresident has made a communication to both houses concerning Cumberland Road. It contains a statement of expenditure already made and those necessary to complete it. Commissioner of land office has promised a complete map of Indiana Territory. Will send to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Indiana Territory, its land, its inhabitants and prospects for the sale of the public lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecretary of Treasury reported in favor of Wheeling for U.S. Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Secretary of Treasury has decided in favor of Wheeling for the Cumberland Road route. Senate has passed bill for levying direct tax of three million dollars. House of Representatives is considering bank bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecretary of Treasury reported to President on Cumberland Road, in favor of Wheeling. Mentions land tax of three million dollars. National Bank bill is under consideration in the House of Representatives. House passed bill authorizing members to frank during recess. Doesn't think it will pass Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cockayne to sell Woods two hundred acres of land in Warren County, Ohio. Woods has right to give land back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been informed that President confirmed report of Secretary of Treasury concerning the Cumberland Road. Exertions now will be to procure a large appropriation. Commissioners of land office cannot fix any time when land in Indiana Territory will be sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received five dollars from Woods. Sends pantaloons back to him. Asks about his militia discharge. J. G. Jackson has declared as a candidate. Willson is coroner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on Cumberland Road has been referred to Committee in House of Representatives. Republican caucus voted Monroe and Tompkins as candidates. \"on the subject of the road Monroe was decidedly your friend, his influence was important. I hope it will not be forgotten. However this subject must remain with yourself.\" Owing to sickness of draftsman in the land office has not been able to procure a map of the Indiana Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo hundred acres of land bought from Samuel Cockainis worth about four dollars an acre. Discusses Capteena land owned by Jeremiah Hurst. Glad Cumberland Road is settled. Gives price of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe committee to whom the Cumberland Road was referred have reported in favor of the appropriation. House of Representatives laid 30 per cent ad valorem duty on imported cottons. National Bank bill is now is Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCumberland Road being confirmed, he is waiting the result of the Appropriation. Connell and Doddridge still have plan for a military road. Shepherd hopes to be appointed a Superintendent, but if not wants contract for a section of it. \"Mr. Clay has done all he promised but Ruggles never gave out for which I do regard him as one of our particular friends. \"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent place where James Barrett lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublic lands have not been surveyed because Indians ordered the surveyors off. William Henry Harrison owns land near Vincennes and has laid it out in town lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow $1500 to use to buy bank stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy or borrow anvil.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions introduced to appoint committee to look into military road through Charleston. Bills passed House to admit Indiana and Mississippi as states. Nothing done on appropriation for building Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraughtsman in office is unable to attend to business. Sends sketch of Indiana Territory taken from Bradley's maps by a pupil of the draughtsman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHouse has passed appropriation of $300,000 for Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNecessary for Woods and Barber to pay up all the installments on the land Woodfield stands on so lot owners can have deeds. Wants Barber to go to Indiana with him. Wants to speculate with Barber's interest in Woodfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigns his commission as captain in the Wheeling Light Infantry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to borrow $160.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMcClandhan's father needs taxes paid on land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns appointment for superintendent of Cumberland Road. Connell has withdrawn. Moses Shepherd and Rolfe are applicants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning legal difficulties in collecting militia fines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay money to redeem land for taxes to County clerk of Wood County. Wilson's daughter died on April 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigns commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not heard from servants. Sends amount due on a fractional section. Has heard nothing from Indiana lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot attend training or regimental muster because of illness. Sends company return.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of lots to David Person and ? Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks terms for a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Will take depositions in lawsuit of Wilson (as administrator of Richard Nichols v. John Caldwell, Robert Woods, Archibald Woods et al. in District Chancery Court at Clarksburg, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends for corn meal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends for land patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to attend taking of depositions in Wilson v. Caldwell, Woods et al.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShall be ready to raise house for Franklin Woods. Needs flour and money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Request for payment of son's board. Includes account of ? Woods with Biddle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not want to buy lots at Doddridge's price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 178 acres in Ohio County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMcClandhan's father is concerned he will lose his land due to taxes. Asks Woods to pay them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanted to build house on his lot but County has laid foundation of temporary courthouse in front of his lot at Woodsfield. Includes, Archibald Woods stating that he agreed to pay six dollars to commission to alter foundation of jail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends plat of public lands in Indiana. Gives his route to Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWatch with small glass is disposed of. Has two hunting watches left. Suggests Woods come to see them. Includes memorandum of an agreement between George Paull and Archibald Woods for the purchase of land in Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas looked at transcript of answers in lawsuit of S. R. Wilson vs. Woods et al. Thinks deeds are in office as part of W. Chapline, Jr.'s answer. Nothing more is necessary. Attendance at next term not necessary except for presence of patents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal subpoena to attend at Chillicothe. Prisoner will not give his consent to his not going.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Smith has been to Marietta to enter fraction marked A. Woods. He left deposit of sixteen dollars. Asks Woods to be his special bail in suit of James Reff?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral William Henry Harrison recommends white river country very highly. Paull is concerned about what bank notes will be accepted as payment for land. Some of his are counterfeit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives circumstances of James Smith entering Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to give his recollection of a settlement of an estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for two subpoenas to be sent in lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods et al. \"We hung a negro here last Friday for rape on his mistress. The Methodists say he went strait to heaven.\" Shall have a new Judge on this circuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns land in Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if Woods' family will accompany his family to Augusta County, Virginia on a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFourth day of land sales. Has not bought an acre. Describes lands and prices. Jesse Hunt will not sell until he writes his brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas bought 2 1/4 sections. Describes land and sales.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Sockman to assist Doctor James Rolfe to count the public arms. Includes Sockman stating he has complied with the request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFranklin Woods fell from horse and dislocated shoulder. Wilson's mother and other family have started for Staunton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns meeting with Woods to discuss location of Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCan not come to Wheeling because hogs get in his corn everyday. Has business at Court. Asks Woods to tend to a note at the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes assault and battery by James Smith over hogs getting into corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia Thanks Woods for paying taxes on land. A. Hamilton does not think he owes Woods any money probably in setting Woods v. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas served in militia for 37 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo build a house. Gives specifications.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Wallings to clear twenty acres of land within two years for which Woods will give him fifty acres in Monroe County, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Sweeney to clear eight acres of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to bring him teaspoons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns bank bills in Virginia General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Woods of the death of his brother, James Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussed embassy with Secretary of State ?. The committee have reported a bill favorable to the Caldwell resolutions and made Columbus Ohio? a point. Compensation bill is repealed. Banks will commence specie payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease eleven acres to Bowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Jackson's Treaty with the Creek Indians and the opening up of land in Georgia and Alabama as a result. Describes land. Gives news of death of his father James Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection of James Moore. Sale of public lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Sweeny ? has left place. James Smith has Mallory indicted for keeping a disorderly house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute between John Connell, and John Dix over their co-partnership in Brooke Furnace will be arbitrated. Woods is to serve on panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives status of Wheeling bank notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave plank and are ready to start on a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of James Woods. Account of murder of one negro slave by another. Discusses prices. Asks Woods help in settling debts in Ohio. Neighborhood news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Barber to send land certificate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet Woods at St. Clairsville and pay him principle. Then Woods can see William Downey for interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor McKinney to build a bridge on the Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn conference with ? Thompson, they have decided to delay purchase of goods till season for laying in fall cargo. Regret Franklin Woods cannot be put on a certainty as to company's employ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning their letter to him about the business of their company and their not hiring his son, Franklin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpened Woods' letter to William Croghan, Jr. Gives Woods opinions on land in Indiana. Thanks Woods for previous friendly acts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Cleaburn Simms to serve as deputy sheriff to finish up his business as the former sheriff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks compensation for a great cost given to Woods by George Paull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends four hundred dollars to pay Robert Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Dugan and Linton to build a bridge as part of the Cumberland Road. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Thomas McGeer) of Matthew Stewart of Pittsburgh to fulfill above contract, 1817 September 19. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Ben Galloway) of Thomas McGeer and Henry Jordan to fulfill above contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns land purchase?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoards for Woods' house in Woodsfield are ready.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over stone the Irishmen quarried.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to do Woods' work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to keep a hand he has hired to drive his oxen a few more days.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns digging a well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill build wall. Asks for advance of fifty dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of a third party J. Mallory who has done all in his power against him and against whom he has a judgment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think James Smith has proof of slander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOf his handling of an execution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds planks. Hopes to settle dispute between himself and James Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSonny Smith has been ill so long. Man from Kentucky needs his horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. Werninger has Negro boy for sale. He ran away and is confined to jail. \"The family are well and doing well considering the great loss we have sustained.\" Asks it he will be safe in receiving the notes of the Ohio Company for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites by Mr. Woods. Enjoys good health and expects to settle there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProblems with building a bridge for Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns problems with his hauling stone for the Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods is upset over Thompson's suggestion that someone else should take charge of bridge building in the area for the Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for building a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns elections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns building bridge at Lee's Run for the Cumberland Road and paying the laborers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept Woods' offer to buy his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to draft a form of an assignment of the contract for Paull to endorse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegislature has done nothing of importance. Legislature is discussing defects in the Constitution. Mentions various bank bills. \"The Legislature seems very much in the Spirit of making banks and new counties.\" Col. Poage mentioned in his letter that Woods' mother has been stricken with the palsy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mallory is upset that Woods has rented the store at the mouth of the Capteena with one acre of ground to Henry Swippe. Does not want Swippe to have the ground. Thinks James] Smith and Swippe are trying to run him off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease a grist mill and house to Waddell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscontent of people renting land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mallory is going to give up possession of Woods place. Blames troubles on James Smith and Henry Swippy. Asks Woods not to rent the place to them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Needs Woods to appear at suit of Fract? against him. Blames James?] Smith for the lawsuit being brought. Discusses his dispute with Smith involving a letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends vacine crust.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Will move to the place Mr. Parks lives on and intends to comply with bargain Vance and Woods agreed on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTraces chain of title for a lot and house in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Woods how to proceed in collecting pay for his son from Paymaster General.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises to make a final settlement of their business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas written previously accepting Woods' offer for his land. \"The family of my father has been greatly distressed occasioned by the death of my uncle Genl. G. R. Clark.\" Growth of Louisville is astonishing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a house, shop, garden and field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs leaving plantation and wants to settle up with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMerchants in Maysville are dissatisfied with those in Pittsburgh, Would like for men to set up commission business in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOhio members have called upon William Henry Crawford on subject of his orders to receivers of public monies. Has received money for Woods' son, Franklin. Bill has passed Senate to allow purchasers one more year to pay for lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns business dealings with ? Nichols.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoubts sale of a lot in Wheeling due to foreclosure is legal. As Martin's executor, he must try to recover the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over number of rails counted toward rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the arbitration of a dispute over whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMen in Wheeling are planning a commission merchant house to supply merchants in Kentucky so they no longer have to deal with Pittsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTook warrant of attorney to enter judgment against Charles Wells.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo Kentucky paper in the Bank. Negotiation with Bank at Cincinnati has taken all our paper south of Chillicothe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Woods' letter and a letter and power of attorney from Robert Poage?. Will investigate possibility of brother defrauding a brother and the helpless children of the brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses assignment of Stepp certificate. Certificates assigned by Paull to Woods must have County seal. Flood has killed Jno. Hardesty family and ruined crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents In notion of going to Kentucky but now thinks of Woods' area. Seeks information. Includes, in a different hand of a genealogical chart of the Breckinridge family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Cox' letter containing charges exhibited against Williams and Josias Thompsonas agents of the National Road. Assumes they are the charges stated by James Marshall. Will state what he knows about. Charges concern sinking of ground on hill above and adjoining Wheeling, distance of road at Shepherd's Mill, too many bridges on little Wheeling Creek, contracts to bidders who could not carry them out and for purchasing land and changing road to pass land he purchased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods has made statement towards exculpating Thompson and Williams from charges concerning their handling of building of National Road. \"I think Col. Williams conduct in relation to this business cannot well be impeached as he has acted uprightly and in most instances as the charges relate to you they are groundless also. Although such are the facts, yet good grounds for charges against your official conduct do exist.\" Criticizes Thompson for changing road, and allowing contractor to use logs and brush, for want of firmness and decision, and did not look at a place where he could have saved a spring. Thompson had mentioned in Wheeling that some mystery existed respecting the drafts drawn by Shepherd and Paull causing a suspicion that Woods was concerned in that transaction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRebuttal against Woods' letter. If Woods knew Steenrod was using logs and brush, he should have reported it. Thinks Woods is angry because Thompson removed him from managing a sector of the road. Thinks Woods is trying to have him removed as superintendent. \"You may shew your teeth but cannot bite.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates Thompson did not remove him. He discontinued himself. Knows Thompson saw logs and brush placed in road bed. \"This would not be a dispute between Charleston and Wheeling. It will be simply whether the government will permit their superintendent to be a contractor also at the same time.\" Has three articles proving it and will disclose it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of him and his clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill come tomorrow bringing money for land. Authorizes Woods to make arrangement with Feay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods must move his fence which is interfering with National Road. In absence of superintendent have consulted Steenrod. \"Owing to the ill health of Steenrod's family we think by the track you pursue you are treating him with that injustice that a neighbour ought to shudder at.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' land will not be sold for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks land values for purchase by others and himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a disputed account for hauling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a debt owed by Spencer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to negotiate a settlement with Spencer concerning money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns terms of land deals. Gives opinion of how difficult Jeremiah Hunt will be to deal with. Lists prices of wheat, rye, corn, whiskey and flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants pay for himself and the 10th Brigade of Virginia militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree New England families have arrived. John Coll was elected Colonel of militia. Wants Woods help in establishing a land office at Woodsfield. \"The mail from Marietta arrived for the first time at Woodsfield on Wednesday past.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of where to locate National Road through Ohio is before committee. Anonymous writers are addressing Secretary of Treasury on the subject of road, imputing misconduct to Elie Williams, Josias Thompson and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for paying an installment for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Ohio legislature and describes inauguration of Governor ?. Debating right of privilege on memorial of Joseph Kerr who was arrested while serving in General Assembly. \"Mr. Hoge and family are well. He has not been invited to give us prayers nor do I expect that he will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppoints Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnal, directors of the Northwestern Bank. Includes minutes of Governor of council making the appointments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces Archibald Woods', William Chapline and Peter Yarnal's appointment to Board of Northwestern Bank. Details opposition to their appointments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods letter and with directions therein and papers from Jonathan Jacksonand will shape declarations in ejectment. Denies he is friend of U. S. Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Stipp has left down payment on land. State Senate passes resolution for convention. John Rowan and Jacob Burnett are there wishing to get a canal connecting Lake Erie to Ohio. Gives the legislative news. \"Mrs. Hoge has got a son and is well and the rest of the family.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreaty with Indians in Ohio is signed and land will be surveyed and offered for sale. Treaty with Indians for purchase of land in Indiana is undecided. Secretary of Treasury is making exertions to have road completed from Uniontown to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending copy of will of sister A. Poage and includes a copy of an affidavit for Woods to execute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends estimate to erect a building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells volume of mail he is handling as postmaster of Woodsfield. Sends Bishop's estimate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas checked into payment of revenue? for Ohio County. Last three years have been paid. Have not received any papers from directors of Northwestern Bank. Bill to raise legislators salary passed House of Delegates. Has bill before House to benefit Zacharia] Biggs. Bill to make paper of valley Bank receivable in treasury is applied for. Intend to have paper of Northwestern Bank included. Program slowly on revision of laws.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent property from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeerskins are not finished. Mr. Henry Jackson wants to rent a house from Woods. \"Squad of Yankeys have arrived at Woodsfield.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists terms he will sell his land on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses Jeremiah Hunts' terms. Send prices of wheat, rye, corn and flour. Sent flour to New Orleans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs working for establishment of a land office at Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a bank bill and other legislation pending before the Ohio legislature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends itemized estimate for erecting a building.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuse for not having sent Woods money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow 1000 to 1500 dollars from bank in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEzekiel Davis wishes to buy two lots in Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived final certificates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning land disputed between William Croghan and the heirs of Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Woods if he can occupy a situation for an office on Woods' lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about militia pay in War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a lease from Woods to Henry Jackson which was signed over to John Coll. Coll has gone over mountains. Owes money. Many think he will not return. Two merchants, a wheelwright and one hatter have come to Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Reports on suit against James ? Dunlop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorizes Woods to borrow 1500 dollars from Northwestern Bank of Virginia at Wheeling. He will use land as collateral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill drive Woods' carriage to the springs. Needs some notice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Woods' case against Dunlop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSets up a meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing J. C. Wright's bond for Woods' shares of stock in the Steubenville Bank. Paull sold Wright his shares of stock on the same terms. Cannot procure anyone to drive carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends medicine to Mrs. Woods' daughter whom doctor has diagnosed as having consumption.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received letter from directors. Is unable to pay money. Wants to know if one hundred barrels of Great Kanamha salt could be sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks David Parson will pay money owed to Woods but money is scarce.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers his land again for sale. If Woods doesn't wish to buy, ask Capt. George Taylor. Has purchased a sugar plantation in Louisiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas talked to Capt. George Taylor about Croghan's land. Lists his reasons for not purchasing it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods what paper he'll accept to discharge notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to come out to settle money owed to him. Asks him to bring compass and chain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas built a frame store on his lot. Wants boards for window sashes. Money is scarce.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants rent reduced and gives reasons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts Woods' offer for his land and will make a special warranty deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for money for wool carding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives news of Wilson family. Asks permission to go to Augusta County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs letting Steenrod know what he plans to report to the Superintendent of the National Road concerning the section made by Steenrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers house and lot to repay notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit of Nicholas Administrators v. Caldwell, Woods et al. was decided for the defendants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol George Paull's slave has been bound to Mr. Lyon of Uniontown, Pa. Reports on Nichol's administrators v. Caldwell, Woods, et al. Decree has been made in Woods v. D. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to arrange a land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to move to Wheeling. Offers Woods his farm near Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes an offer for Berkshire's property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts Woods offer for his land. His father is dangerously ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlpheus Hillson started for Richmond. She intends going to school to Mrs. Gilison. Wants Mary Woods to come back and go with her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to collect debt owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas attended to Woods' request for a distributing post office at Wheeling and McLure will be retained as postmaster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces Board of Trustees meeting of \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies.\" Includes announcement, 1819, of appointment of Archibald Woods and others to serve on Board of Trustees of a \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies\" to be established by Mr. and Mrs. H. Eckstern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing the dates of the grants. Will pay taxes shortly. Thomas M. Randolph is elected governor. Three directors have been appointed for the North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo contract for building a mill race.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think it expedient at this time to make Wheeling a distributing office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePay Franklin Woods ten dollars for a set of chairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about land warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending a power of attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Caldwell to make public charges against Thomas Woods and himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his business. Has reduced debt in Philadelphia from $85,000 to $20,000. Expects Gen. Jackson will be ordered to take the Floridas. Discusses land in Alabama. Gives news of Woods family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seen postmaster general regarding setting up a post office in Belmont County, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing transfer of land you sold to John Sipp. Transfer needs witnesses. Sipp cannot pay money owed to Woods. Money is scarce. Includes George Paull to Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat Moses M. Chapline shall apply for a judgment against Woods because his deputy, Archibald Hamilton failed to return a \"Capias Ad Sales Faciendum.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a grant of land. Treasurer of Virginia John Preston has promised to refund money and resign. German Baker of Cumberland has been appointed. First teller of Richmond branch of U.S. Bank has left with money. Mentions other legislative business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilson is deciding where to practice law. Applied for office of Councilor from Virginia. \"I was too well acquainted with the Tuckahoes to expect that any backwoodsman would be elected to that office...\" Asks his uncle's advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas eight thousand brick ready for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' son Thomas is commencing a suit against Joseph Caldwell for slander and wants to engage Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to see agreement between Woods et al and Stephen R. Wilson administrator \u0026amp; Joseph Spencer. Asks Woods to send copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to settle a note. Will W. Man? wants to have a job to clean land and a place to live.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not wish to sell his land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to find anyone to rent Woods' place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell his land to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis friends have announced him for the Senate. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisturbed over the lawsuit between Thomas Woods and J. Caldwell. Gives legal advice concerning a dispute between Woods and the Chapline family over William Croghan's land. Knows Woods will consult with Philip Doodridge. Pindall wishes to decline in favoring Thomas Wilson at next Congressional election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines buying disputed land from Croghan because Chapline's have sold to a ? McCaine. Includes Woods copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to forward his memorial to the Postmaster General via Benjamin Ruggles to counter one being sent around for ? Yarnall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas presented memorial of Richard McClure to Postmaster General. Bill has passed Congress giving further time to purchasers of public lands to make the last payment. Thinks bill passed by Senate changing the land system will pass House of Representatives. Does not think bill to extend road through Ohio will pass.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over who is to rent Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas conferred with Pindall. McClure will be kept as postmaster unless a distributing office is set up at Wheeling. Did not address Postmaster-General.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWillson does not think his chances of election to Congress are very good.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to exchange land 3 1/4 miles above Middlebourne with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo dine with Josias Thompson and his wife, Tridelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Kirney to lease a house and garden in Wheeling, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if Woods will buy iron or castings? from him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat his Uncle Archibald Woods has nothing to do with the breaking off of a marriage proposal between him and E. Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports his version of a conversation between himself and James Spriggs concerning the marriage not taking place between E. Cross and Andrew Woods, Jr. Includes Autograph Note Signed, of Joseph Wilson, n.p. to Archibald Woods, n.p. Statement of Joseph Wilson as a witness to a conversation between Steenrod and Spriggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDenies allegations made by Armstrong about Woods' role in preventing marriage between Andrew Woods and E. Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurprised that Mr. Sprigg should bring him in as author of a report concerning Woods' connection with the breakup of a proposed marriage between Andrew Woods, Jr. and E. Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods would like to serve as one of the commissioners to locate the National Road from Wheeling to the Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to obtain a statement from ? Washington about Woods' appointment as a commissioner of the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas written to President to try to get Woods' appointed a commissioner for the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on the progress of a house Coll is building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Defends himself against accusations by Woods that Coll has wasted boards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to send deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account for education of Miss E. Woods and Miss Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay note due to Woods. Offers alternatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends deed by ? Drury whom he introduces to Woods. Asks that the $800 for the land be given to Drury.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to pay his bill for the National Intelligencer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay money he owes Woods. Has let ? Bishop go into a house owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Pindall has resigned his seat in Congress. Wilson discusses those vying to succeed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to arrange for two slaves to be sold together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnalyzes political race to succeed James Pindall in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Outlines legal issues over title to Croghan's land. Woods is unable to pay cash. Offers slave and flour. People in Ohio are protecting runaway slaves. The slave he offers in exchange for land he fears will run away to Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Zane needs to exert himself more to be elected to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to raise money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to borrow money from Woods if Woods will hire out the money he has a judgment for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Beacher, a lawyer, to collect money for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of families and rentals in Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJackson got a majority of votes in Monongalia County to succeed James Pinball in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses money owed to Woods by Anthony Weaver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept slave for land, but not flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses election to succeed James Pindall in Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to act as proxy in election of directors for Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns appointment of directors to Northwest Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the nomination of directors to Northwest bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWant to continue using Woods' house as a school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to offer his George Paull land to Daniel Steenrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses running a property line.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses survey of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Wilson thinks Woods probably should sue John? Wilson. No opinion of Spencer case yet. Wants to marry Woods' daughter, Mary, who is his first concern. Discusses Congressional prospects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains his delay because of stage accident.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks questions about her husband's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Chapline, Jr., ? Yarnal and Woods are appointed directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia. Does not think Zane will be elected to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received a counterfeit bill from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia Three new counties passed House of Delegates. Does not think legislature will act on re-apportionment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends patent from Land Office. Thinks law will pass granting relief to purchasers of public land. Three members of Congress have died.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to collect money owed to Northwest Bank of Virginia? Includes Joseph Woods, Nashville, Tenn., to uncle Archibald Woods. Has moved to farm and bill outside of Nashville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecollections on appointments of Directors of Northwest Bank. Election of two persons to Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Woods to settle a dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a report of debits and credits between Moses Shepherd and U.S. in regard to building the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFirst story of Woods' home is finished. Wants to put a shop on Woods' lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes to have cases tried for lands on Middle Island. Needs surveys made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Wilson will run for Congress against the Harrison County Candidate, E. B. Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased Woods has given him permission to gain Woods' daughter, Mary's affections. Does not want to elect E. B. Jackson unopposed. Analyzes his father's (Thomas Wilson) chances.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of recommendation for Sommerville \u0026amp; Moore who wish to borrow money from North West Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to be a character witness at his father's trial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to have special bail entered. Asks it a freeholder in Virginia can be sued although a resident out of the state. Asks that bonds be sent over by Thomas Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoliteness of Mr. Henry Clay. Secretary of Treasury will decide how Moses Shepherd' accounts with U.S. (concerning the National Road) should be settled. \"Mr. Clay has given some assistance.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for cornmeal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been informed that Woods is going to Indiana. Asks him to look into a land dispute for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends an account to Woods and asks for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Woods to lease to Cole a tavern, farm, and ferries at mouth of Captina Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Woods to tend to collecting money for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods gives his philosophy of buying land and gives terms for an exchange of land with Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives excuses for not paying money owed to Woods and his prospects for paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHanes makes offer to work off debt owed to Woods by making brick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmith makes his offer to exchange land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents an offer to settle money owed to Woods by John Stipp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Wilson has lost election to Congress. Wilson's law practice has doubled due to the death of ? McGee, Woods' daughter, Mary, has agreed to marry Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Davis to close contract on land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell his house, lot and farm to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents ? Buchanan is waiting Woods' reply about selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas examined land records concerning heirs of Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles White has written to Raccoon Mills to pay taxes on Woods' land. Asks Woods to pay amount due to John White.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Good will hire his bellows out to Joseph Handlon, Woods will see they are taken care of. Includes, document of Joseph Handlon (witnessed by Andrew Donaldson) acknowledging receipt of the bellows.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds a reply from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. Berkshire will write Woods. Wilson describes the house Berkshire has for sale in Morgantown and other houses available in the town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas collected money owed to Woods by Asher Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Woods legal advice on a landlord collecting from a tenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods for patents to land. Woods has had money for the land for 25 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think house will suit the land or her business. Commission wants to tear it down. Mrs. Jackson has quit housekeeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Concerns a dispute between Woods and Shepherd over Woods asking for security for a loan. Woods rehearses various incidents involving the building of the National Road. Includes draft of of Archibald Woods to Moses Shepherd, 1821 September 24, concerning a dispute between Woods and Shepherd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Suggestions about a possible suit against ? Booth. Wilson wedding with Woods' daughter, Mary, is set for December 6. N. Evans can not yet tell if he will sell house. ? Stealey may be interested in exchanging property with Woods. Stealey's landed property is bound so he cannot sell or exchange it. Eugenuis M. Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia, to Anne (Poage) Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia. Knows she will miss her daughter, but hope she will not delay the wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees with Woods that honest, independent men should be appointed to Board of Directors of North West bank of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeliver pork to Jasper Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid taxes for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to settle in Indiana and found a newspaper. Needs information from Woods on likely places to settle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a house and lot from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods' help in settling accounts with Moses Shepherd concerning the building of the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thinks they need to obtain advice of Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArchibald Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnall have been continued as directors in Northwest Bank of Virginia Board of Public Works are determined to coerce payment of state dividend due from North West Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses trip and social events in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Congress has asked for commissioners to file report in Moses Shepherd business (Shepherd's accounts with the U.S. in the building of the National Road.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enjoying life in the country. Gives disadvantages of Wheeling over Pittsburgh for trade. Involved in building the steamboat, \"Nashville of Tennessee.\" Still owes debts in Kentucky of $2l,4000. Gives news of Woods family in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent for only one year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Outlines a dispute with Isaac Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Woods' letter and expects to agree to the propositions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses terms of a land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to give bearer, J. P. Seaman, two barrels of flour. Will be credited to Woods' subscription to the Presbyterian meetinghouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement requested by John Nichols of what Samuels \u0026amp; Burckhaud had said respecting yours \u0026amp; his business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWells gives his statement concerning business between John Nichols and Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think John Wilson will bring suit. Needs copies of agreement regarding the compromise of a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines complying with Spencer's request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Rehearses his dispute with Isaac Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to live on Woods' land another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHousing alternatives in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Has moved into house formerly occupied by Widow Jackson. Has gone in partnership with ? Gray in the tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Woods to get paints?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn is put up. Other farm business is tended to. Asks if Franklin Woods is going down the river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHow and when money for public land is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies Woods his house must be moved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurprised Woods will not advance liquor for the tavern Coll and Gray want to establish in a building by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for two land suits he is handling for Woods have not been paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if a suit should be brought.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking for liquor for his tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents His conveyance of land to Woods omits lifting an obligation to ? Cole. Cannot meet a proposal of Woods concerning flour and whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisunderstood agreement with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recollection of a settlement of lawsuits against ? Nichols.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to survey some land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Register of the land Office, Marietta, Ohio. Asks Woods to send patent for land. Asks about a forthcoming sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Request to let William Clark have two barrels of flour out of Woods' subscription to the meeting house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Encloses receipt for James Pindall's fees. Wilson's suit against Booth will be lengthy. Still finishing his house. Philip Doddridge is candidate for Congress. Extreme politeness shown Wilson family by Edward Brake ? Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents As executor of Jeremiah? Hunt, he cannot exchange his brother's land, but can sell it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not wish to buy Woods' house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants use of a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thinks ? Meadows will buy land, if not, ? Buchanan will. Gives report on crops and prices. Describes hailstorm with stones measuring fourteen inches in circumference.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill set out for Indiana. James Paull has a bond on agents of the Penetentiary at Frankfort.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to divide and sell brother's estate's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimates cost of thirteen hundred dollars to build a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEugenius has had fever. House is not finished yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn his way to New Orleans. Gives prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas given information to ? Chesbrough. Recommends Chesbrough as a tenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold Woods' land to James Buckhanon. Gives news of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if Woods would exchange land in Ohio, for land in Indiana for Bowland's brother, Matthew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns property lines and rye.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppreciates Woods' offer regarding his house in Wheeling, but his wife is unwilling to reenter tavernkeeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying that he shipped himself on board the brig \"Harriot\" for Baltimore with paid passage \u0026amp; thirteen hundred \u0026amp; thirty dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of everyone, Wants more land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot keep tavern because wife is ill. Recommends John Isett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to visit the next day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrother Robert Poage got ankle dislocated. Has not heard anything respecting Mr. Jening's recent receipt?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a legal dispute. Will come in about October 5 or 6. concerns other collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill write a lawyer he knows in Kentucky to get information for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes death of Franklin Woods on board brig \"Harriott\". Woods' money, watch, and trunk are in possession of Capt. Diamond in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns taking of depositions of Philip Doddridge, Thomas Wilson and ? Hammond. \"I am of your opinion that the cause ought to be tried while Judge Tucker is on the Bench. I like his bold strait-forward way of getting at justice.\" Thomas Wilson's health is not good. His wife and child went out in carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a short address and petition relative to removal of the Seat of Government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSupervision of cleaning out of street. Expresses sympathy in loss of Woods' son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods for a description of his house in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudgment has been obtained in case of Paul's assignee v. Boothe. Mary is in as good health as could be expected from her \"delicate situation.\" Does not think he will move to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives legal advice from ? Hammond concerning the building of a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas discussed deal with ? Minor. Coll will take the bargain under certain arrangements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to deliver to Woods, Paull \u0026amp; Co. the bonds of Joseph Vanmeter as security.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts death of Franklin Woods. Gives statement of Barr Wilson in lawsuit of Wilson against Daniel Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoes over his side of an argument with Shepherd apparently concerning Shepherd's business with the North West Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take Woods' property if Woods will put house in order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas tended to paying Croghan's land taxes. Gives his terms for exchange of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends ? Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents James Pleasants elected governor. William Brown of Williamsburg was elected chancellor of Fredericksburg or Williamsburg District. Mentions possibility of removal of seat of justice in Ohio County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill appointing commissioners to locate seat of justice in Ohio County was rejected by committee]. Bill passed House of Delegates ratifying the convention entered into by Henry Clay and Benjamin Watkins Leigh. Discusses re-apportionment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Outlines debate over moving seat of justice in Ohio County, West Virginia \"Doddridge conducts himself well and is decidedly the ablest man in the House.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received letters \"giving the sad tidings of your sons deaths, both of them esteemed by us all....\" Lists his selections of public lands. Excuses why he has not been to White River. Has built four cabins. Gives crop prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines making a contract for a house belonging to Swearinger and gives reasons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \" I am very much so feeble as much as possible to be out of be \u0026amp; troubled with doleful low spirits. The Lord knows I have not had much in a married life but what has been pain to body and mind;\" Grieves for brother. Writes about her son, Alfred.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that Silvia (a slave) be sent to her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his terms for exchange of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses form of deed and an opinion. Has referred matter of slave, Sylvia or Silvia, to Mary, but is fearful that if Woods can not manage her, he will be unable to. Pleased to send Washington Wilson? to Philadelphia for glasses. Discusses benefits sight will provide.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuse for not getting brick for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs writing for John Stipp to ask Woods to stay execution for money owed Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for receipt and that Paull would try to get Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for corn and straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking them to hurry to complete a house they are building for him to minimize fire hazard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for flour and bran.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents His wife, Mary, is in excellent health. Includes, Autograph Letter Signed, of Mary (Woods) Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods Gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends form of a deed. Has asked Alpheus Wilson to decide to go to Wheeling or stay in Morgantown. If he stays, Eugenius Wilson will go to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks he can collect money from McLean \u0026amp; Guard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges him to finish house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to have his lot for a house surveyed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains delay in settling debt of James Okey to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces birth of a daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists quarters of public lands. Asks that deeds for certain lands be sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists two questions about the Cumberland Road and asks Doddridge to respond so people can decide whether or not to vote for him for Congress. Includes Doddridge responding to Woods' questions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks information about land on Fishing Creek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to go to Washington, D.C. to save himself for an endorsement in the North West Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes how she feel after her daughter is one month old. Has no one with her except a black woman named Dark? Would rather Silvia not come.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussing possibility of lawsuit between Noah Zane and Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to comply with summons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs trying to sell his farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour from Woods' mill is too dark. Asks to buy some more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers deal to Woods to lease land with option to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the activities of the household. Plans trip. Mentions slave, Dark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of Indiana and Indianapolis, in particular.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to move West, but needs Woods' advice on where to settle. Eugenius ill with bllious fever. Lists candidates for Congress, including Philip Doddridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on Edgar C. Wilson's trip to Indiana. Alpheus has not yet decided about moving. A lawsuit in Clarksburg has been continued. Gives Chancellor's reasons and states that North West Bank needs to answer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for money. Brother is dying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA man has applied for a lease of Woods' land to make saltpetre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for a legal opinion concerning one of the North West Bank of Virginia directors Moses H. Shepherd owing money to the Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods about land in Tyler County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Indiana and his circumstances living in Indianapolis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot get his money from Moses Shepherd for building a bridge on the National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends five dollars although he doesn't think he owes Burns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes court system in Indiana. Complains about its Constitution and laws. Death of Mrs. Eli Stealey. Col. Paxton who owes money to Thomas Wilson lives there. Mentions Jacob Wetzel?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not want to go back to Captina. Has hogs ready to drive.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns an injunction gotten by ? Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds answers of Benjamin W. Wilson, George Paull and Archibald Woods to an injunction obtained by Booth. Bears notes by Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves a contract for land up to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests $13 on Archibald Woods' account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the National Intelligencer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Woods to stop a survey being entered by Neil Gunn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterested in land owned by Woods on Middle Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eServing as deputy clerk. \"A good many Indians allways about Fort Harrison...they are quite peacable however I was under the necessity of giving a Potawatomy a flogging a few days ago for his impudence.\" Has a full set of surveying instruments. Has written Thomas Woods about his land. Is guardian of 12 year old boy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns taking of depositions in lawsuit involving ? Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think anything should be done regarding threat against North West Bank of Virginia until director carries out threat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirector who owes money to bank has hired able lawyers including Philip Dod]ridge.Should bank settle debt by accepting stock at par?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to travel to Clarksburg as witness in U. States v. Salathial Curtis. Asks to be excused.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInjunction of Booth v. Paull was dissolved as to all except $350. Case of Caruthers against North West Bank of Virginia was decided in favor of bank. Case of Poage against Thomas Wilson decided for Wilson. People in Clarksburg want to effect a reorganization of judicial districts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy clay from Woods' swamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over security for rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes situation of lawyers in Indianapolis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas a man, William Drenninger,who wishes to lease Woods' property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to send patents and to speak to governor about money owed to North West Bank of Virginia by Moses H. Shepherd. Asks him to see if land in Tyler County was sold for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists taxes owed on land in Tyler County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to see him. Ash can rely on Woods' doing what he said he would.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJacob Ash cannot pay for land on Middle Island. Carothers would like to buy on same terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept slave in trade for Hog Run land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Read letter to Barr who is interested in land if he can sell his. Finch is not interested in proposal made to him by Woods as it stands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGovernor will not express an opinion on money Moses Shepherd owes to North West Bank. Directors will be appointed next week. Willson does not wish to run again for General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas begun suit against Booth. Elated at prospect of armory being fixed at Jackson's Forge on Cheat Mt. six miles from town. \"If we get the Armory-then the canal will come near that-and what a space does that open for building castles in the air!\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing copies of patents. Elkins' patent cannot be found. Old directors of North West Bank re-appointed. Discusses several bills concerning the Bank and taxation. Friends of William Crawford are in favor of Congressional caucus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrefers Leffler for Senate over Morgan. Thinks Morgan's name and residence will give him a large majority in this County over Leffler, Edgington or McCloy. Asks Woods to send circumstances of lawsuit involving land purchased from William Croghan. If he runs for General Assembly would have to give up office he holds, would lose business while in Richmond and could not save money \"if a man mingles with the first ranks of Society \u0026amp; lives with the most influential members which I should certainly do in order to give myself standing which would enable me to be useful to my constituents.\" Attempting to contract for books in Baltimore. \"Stephen does tolerably well after having rec'd several whippings.\" Does not think Armory will be located yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinues in readiness and waits for Woods to come.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral assembly business. Richmond Junto is for Crawford, Clay next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorth American Insurance Companywill insure Woods' house. Presents terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to amend charter of Northwestern Bank was rejected in Committee. Majority for Crawford. Clay stands next to Crawford. Morgan is candidate for the Senate. Expect to elect Charles F. Mercer a brigadier general. Bill for additional appropriation to the University of Virginia has many enemies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas toured various countries. Describes Weston. Thinks Philip Doddridge will have a better chance for election this election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies to Graham for redress because Joseph Woods would not sell land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her household.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds information on whether to bid against Clarke for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot find patents to land on Hog Run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not find papers for Hog Island land. Has no objection to suit being instituted in his name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"The presidential quesion is slumbering \u0026amp; the cause of the Greeks is occupying its place.\" Against the state borrowing money to improve James and Potomac Rivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs enclosing a legal opinion. Gives advice on suit in Croghan's name. Also legal questions regarding suit against Booth. Joseph T. Daugherty will run for General Assembly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas settled Woods' delinquent land tax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlterations made in judiciary system. Presidential politics in Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of house, lot and tannery of James Okey, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas leased Woods' land and would like to buy it. Makes offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for leasing land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisunderstanding over Conner working for Woods the previous fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes draft of Archibald Woods to ? Rapp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCites laws pertaining to military land warrants. \"My greatest anxiety at this time is to get a library.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased 27 acres on hill north of town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Deringer has agreed to lease part of Woods' quarter. Questions about location of water.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHunt is ready to sell land and can make a good title.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangements to obtain slave Woods is trading for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetained by lowness of river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorval Wilson?. Has a fine girl. Ready to change her name. Is giving ? short \"soft looks.\" Gives other family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll fractions and part of fractions of land will be offered at remaining sales in half quarters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 16,4000 acres in Tyler County. Bears affidavits by A. S. Brickhead. Copy made by D. Hickman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs not interested in selling land and buying any of Hunt. Concerned about healthiness of the land. Describes number of game killed. Describes his property. Expects Wetsel? to go with him to look for a lead mine the Indians have told him of.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay expect him within two weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Rapp of a mistake in quantity of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCould not send money by John Owens because he does not get along. \"...Mrs. Bowland has not spoke to her father, nor uncle since the time of her marriage.\" Will send money by Edgar Campbell Wilson.\"I am about to open a house of entertainment in this place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnwilling to compel slave to leave Woods that was to be exchanged for land. Send $400 instead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"...I send Hazel and have no doubt he will please you. As he has not seen you, I have had to promise that if he is not pleased with his situation I will replace him...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot meet with Woods about land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased land at Woods' request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a fractional part of a quarter of public land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Skinner to convey a letter and money to Joseph Hood for public land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeculates on a trip. Slave, Darky, is ill. Children, Ann and Steve, always get into mischief. Washington started yesterday to Canonsburgh to college. Neighbor, Mrs. Dougherty is dying of consumption.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks payment of fees for legal services rendered in Paull v. Daniel Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends himself from Woods' remarks concerning the painting of a fence by his son and other remarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTried to carry out Woods instructions in regard to the purchase of a fraction of public land but was unable to because of rules cited by Joseph Woods, Register of Land Office and by the Receiver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrops, hunting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers slave for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns vines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land from Hunt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill forward deed to Woods when he picks it up in Louisville. Would like to see slave \u0026amp; reconcile him to accompany him to Kentucky, \"for I assure you, I can not resort to force to induce it... I could not think of having him delivered to me at this place, or of his remaining here any time, the best of servants would get spoiled in this place directly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChancellor's opinion is that redress should be sought on covenant of warranty which rests in the heirs, not the administrator.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank is not selling drafts until September.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs suspending the issuing of a patent until after next Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' land at Woodsfield do not live up to his expectations. Would like list of Indiana lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of journey from Wheeling to Morgantown. Daniel Booth and John Wilson have been committed to jail by marshals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot find record that Woods paid taxes. Needs to pay to keep land for being sold. Includes Benjamin W. Wilson, to Archibald Woods, asking Woods for money and informing him he could not get oxen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for sending deed after Woods declined to purchase the land. Still would like to sell it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo sell 300 acres of land to Andrew Ragu, Drury Baker and George Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Booth and Juno Wilson were bonded out of jail and broke the bond. General Booth was security and now is bound for whole debt. Family news. Edgar has given up intention of returning to Indiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill bring cattle the following week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds depositions from Woods for Chapline's lawsuit in which Woods will be cross examined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness in neighborhood. Is thinking of leaving. Asks about land owned by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill transfer land when requested.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be at Woodsfield, 1824 October 11. Offers tanyard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes offer for lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes offer for lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to endorse for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for specifics of land offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to buy lot in Woodsfield. Includes, Note of memorandum by Woods of an offer to Miller, 1824 October 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for more information for Chapline's lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to attend court in case of U.S. v. Salathiel Curtis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay for lot. Lists different alternatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice pertaining to Woods v. John and Stephen R. Wilson and the land claimed by William Croghan, Jr. and the Chaplines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns bill for Ohio Company presented to bank that should be paid if Thomas Wilson says it should be paid. Includes document of Thomas Wilson,stating that he did not handle the suit, but James McGee did. Tells what he knows.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdgar has gone to Mason County, Virginia. Alpheus does not like living in Pennsylvania. Nancy (Wilson) Crawford died in June, leaving three month old child.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo build a log cabin. Gives specifications.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not been paid by Moses Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants more information about tending mill for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds answer to Archibald Woods' question. Includes Israel to Sehon undated, stating he has already responded to Woods. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImmediately sent Woods' letter down to Jacob Israel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes an offer for property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to lease land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks bill for Moses H. Shepherd and his account with the National Road] will pass both houses in Congress. Vote for President and Vice President will be held that day. Bill has passes House for continuation of Cumberland Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Heard of opposition in Ohio County to Philip Doddridge. Doddridge is favorite of Monongalia. \"The people here appear to be weary and ashamed of such a feeble, inefficient cypher as our present representative.\" Interest in Union canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. McLeery's house and lots are for sale. She is interested in living there. \"you mentioned in your last letter you would like to sell Sye and his wife to some person here. I don't know any person here that is able to unless Alpheus would. When he moved to Pennsylvania he set his free and now he is coming to Virginia he will want them.\" Alpheus' wife has another daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince Cumberland Road continuation is settled, district will no longer be divided. Asks that Woods bring correspondence between E. W. Wells and ? Morgan to the election. \"I have a strong personal desire to be elected at this time. I feel that I have almost subdued a habit which has long held me depressed. A change of circumstances would assist me with a powerful moral force.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePays debt to bank. Asks to borrow more money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know it he will lease for another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposit in Bank of Indiana for money owed to Woods by John and Joseph Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for 10 volumes of state papers. \"Mary is in no conditon to travel....\" Received $200 for Booth money in PaullV. Booth.Would like History of the Council of Trentfrom Woods' library. Doddridge is campaigning well. Hopes for canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over hogs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns rye.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal opinion concerning judgment of Ohio Company against Edward and Jonathan Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpset that Joseph Johnson will be elected. Has not heard who is appointed judge in place of ? Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Woods' agreement in case of Woods et al. v. Wilson. Woods can take Charles Hammond's deposition in Cincinnati. Questions to ask.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns parts for a repair?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay him as soon as he can. Cannot find purchaser. If bad health this season, he will leave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Shepherd to pay debt owed to Franklin Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorizes Caldwell to execute deed of trust in debt owed to Franklin Woods by Moses Shepherd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends oxen to be sold. Deletes land deal between ? Clarke and ? Martin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns taking of Hammond's deposition in Wilsonv. Woods.Thinks Woods or someone should \"attend for Doddridge may be absent-may be drunk....\" Does not trust Doddridge because he is employed by Spencer if Wilson wins lawsuit. Mentions canal. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks questions regarding notices on the taking of depositions in Wilson v. Woods. Includes Archibald Woods to Eugenius M. Wilson. Concern Wilson v. Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill keep the oxen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased a pair of bears? Will not again be a candidate unless that should entirely consist with the views of E. M. Wilson and Thomas Hayward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to do millwright work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to know time he is to give deposition in Wilson v. Woods. Needs note in North West Bank of Virginia continued.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFailed to get Hammond's deposition because no hour specified in the notice. Thomas Wilson has dropsy. His best \"negro man, George, whether from some physical disease or from grief...of his master's death...suddenly went mad...got into the river and was drowned.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' lands near Salt Creek will be valuable because of salt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Woods for catching his mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(Apparently has been elected to a church conference?) of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Family news, including wife's approaching confinement and father's (Thomas Wilson) health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news including her approaching confinement, health of her father-in-law (Thomas Wilson). Husband, Eugenius, has been elected to convention at Staunton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods' help with note to be put in North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary had girl. Sick afterwards. Treatments described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnhappy over route through his land. Also not pleased with goods sent by Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDepositions have been taken in Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 1180 acres in Belmont County, Ohio. Bears affidavit of Samuel Fitch and recorded by William Paris, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds $300 to be given to Knox \u0026amp; McGee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to obtain Philip Doddridge's deposition. Left him drunk at Staunton. Legal advice to Woods. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIll-health of Mary (Woods) Wilson. Baby is named Frances. Prospective trips.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to depend upon having Woods' place to rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArchibald Woods to ? defending himself from charge he induced Knox \u0026amp; McKee to not honor recipients drafts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not attend examination because son, William, has nothing memorized to deliver. Asks why. Includes Archibald Woods, to Jasper Mallory, concerning money owed by Mallory to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmily would like to go to school in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wilson v. Woods was not tried. \"Negro woman and three children\" belonging to estate he was administering ran away. He may be liable. \"The negros are leaving this County by whole families and very few retaken. I look for Darky to go next and I shall not much regret it for although she is a good house servant yet I cannot (unless I lock her up every night) prevent her from getting into bad company, and she has now become almost a common strumpet--a being that I loathe to look upon.\" has not received money in Paull v. Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to know what arrangement is to be made for Moses H. Shepherd to pay debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' son-in-law, C. D. Knox has left word regarding Tavern. Asks Woods to send terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned over a director owing bank money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his tavern in Wheeling and its location.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news from Augusta County, Virginia. Eugenius Wilson is unpopular because perceived as spearheading prosecution against two members of General Assembly, Edward Watts and Francis Billingsley for bribery. Mentions effect of death of James Pindall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit has been instituted in Superior Court of Law against ? Childers?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns about lawsuit which charges a title to land Woods is involved in is vague. Asks for patents and information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRedeems watch. Asks Woods to come survey land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if a position is available at Knox \u0026amp; McKee for Washington Wilson. Death of Thomas Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington Wilson declines position with Knox \u0026amp; McGee and has accepted one elsewhere. Death of Thomas Wilson and death of Sarah Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests Woods come to next Court when Court House will be discussed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePork is rejected by Navy inspectors. Settled business with Moses H. Shepherd who will dismiss lawsuits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitical prospects for Congress. News of Morgantown. Summarizes letter from a runaway slave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of lawsuit in Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChancellor Tucker has rendered decision. Wilson v. Woods must be decided by jury. Doddridges' arguments good. Received Booth money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOutlines political strategy to convince Haymond not to run for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoadmakers are ready to cut drain through Woods' field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePredicts results in congressional race. Brother Norval Wilson married to ? Howland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuilders of National Road have let water onto his garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends ? Kennon to purchase land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas checked lawsuits of Kershner v. England, Morris, Woods \u0026amp; Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to be appointed superintendent of road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about land his deceased father owned in Ohio County. If Woods never collected money for A. Hamilton, he won't from his estate which will be insolvent. McClandhan's mother died 1824 May.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Brookover would like to rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDarky, slave, has tried to run away twice. Is being returned to Woods family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned over money owed Northwestern Bank by a director. Recommends three names to be appointed as director.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests Woods direct finishing of his warehouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmits money owed to Woods by ? Maxwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompromise proposed in Wilson v. Woods. Cresap v. Chapline's heirs was decided in favor of Cresap. Has sold Darky to man in Harrison County for $300.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Doddridge will stand better chance of winning than Leffler for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns appointment of Woods as a director of Northwestern Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Wilson v. Woods, Woods v. Booth, and Woods' place as director of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill defend three directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against being surplanted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Emily Knox's dissatisfaction with her school in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not recommend compromise in Wilson v. Woods. Problem with directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia T. P. Ray and Alpheus P. Wilson will attend canal convention before going to Richmond. Does not trust Thomas S. Haymond. Passes on name of George Kyger for tavern. Wilson will act as clerk in T. P. Ray's absence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaxwell expects to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoses Shepherd wants to meet with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends Henry St. George Tucker from charge of being an agent of John R. Wilson (charges perhaps levied by Philip Doddridge).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies Ruggles that there is already a post office named Captina Creek in Belmont County, Ohio so suggests another name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTravel in Missouri in winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking arrangements to pay note. Candidate for next Congress. Hopes Woods will not move against Middle Island Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeed postal route on west side of Ohio River. Asks Woods' advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSatisfied with how situation regarding indebtedness of directors of Northwester Bank of Virginia has turned out. Yarnall, Sprigg and Shepherd together owe about $70,000. Sprigg and Shepherd re-elected. Quotes Woods' misgivings about Henry St. George Tucker. Should resist any change in venue in Woods v. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on a postal route west of Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoute has been established to serve Captina Point (now Powhatan Point).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas horse for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo reply to previous letter. Will call on Woods to take deposition concerning claim of Moses Shepherd for building National Road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends dried peaches. Does not want to rent Woods' place when lease expires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMajor Smith intends to become a tenant under Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePost route has been established including Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice in Wilson v. Woods. Family news including the education of an orphan child.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDamage done to Woods' land by a tenant. Suggests a ? Davis to make 100,000 brick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take along with James Smith the store and warehouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay bills for daughter, Emily, and make arrangements for her trip home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not consider land cleared properly by Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy wood from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sold tanyard--asks Woods or George Paull to make out deed to William Craig, the purchaser. Business is stirring at Woodsfield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns land claimed by James McHenry. Gives information concerning McHenry's family. Probably concerns Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to call on him at his office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns money owed by ? Maxwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods v. Boothe. Has settled with Mrs. Pindall. Woods v. Wilson did not gain a change of venue and Henry St. George Tucker's opinion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about note for money owed by ? Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill tend to collecting money for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBad health of Robert Woods. Gives news of extended family. Wants flour sent to him on a regular basis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends eight dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas deposited $1520 in bank for Wilson's use. Bring deed to Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShall attend a sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to stay in Morgantown to attend to client's business. Will have subpoenas served. Thinks Doddridge should be examined as a witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds aged whiskey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to give up place. Recommends Obed Morris to have it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLearned through Thomas S. Haymond that it is intention of Yarnal \u0026amp; Co. to make a violent effort to get the ascendancy in the direction of the Northwestern Bank. Has erred in recommending Zane as a director.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to see John Rector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses $250 From ? Maxwell. Thinks Chancellor Tucker will refuse motion for a new trial. Jacobs and Doddridge \"argued rather feebly....I explained to the Judge all the circumstances of the trial on our journey up from Morgantown to this court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks questions about the building of a turnpike since one has been authorized by legislature from Nashville to Columbia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute over Woods' not putting warehouse in repair and over the price of a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas gotten load and a halt of clay and has filled up holes in bank which he understands is Woods' objection to taking clay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisappointed at Chancellor Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods. Gives advice on next legal steps to take.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Answers inquiries made by Woods in \u003cemph render=\"italic\"\u003eWilson v. Woods\u003c/emph\u003e. Doddridge upset at remark he was unwell. Has put a piece in the paper under signature of \"concert\" supporting Adams meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates condition of Northwest Bank of Virginia Recommends against appointment of Moses W. Chapline or ? Yarnall as directors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswering questions posed by Archibald Woods about methods and cost of building National Road. Also mentions Ohio Road and McAdams Plan of road construction. Questions in handwriting of Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks delay in paying money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad anti-Jackson meeting. Ladies have formed literary society which meets in Wilson's office every Monday evening in which the Bible makes a part of their reading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent Woods' tavern in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms of land deal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMust have whole record copied--not selected parts. Legal advice in Wilson v. Woods. Believes Chancellor Tucker was wrong in directing issue to be tried. Advises an appeal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnthony D. Clarke borrowed $5,000 from Woods secured by deed of trust for land. Asks it they have the funds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill give up his house in Frederick. Then will look out for a first rate hotel. Thanks Charles D. Knox for writing him about Woods' hotel in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her father to visit. Discusses her children. Has clergyman boarding with them who will teach school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy land. Includes John H. Jenkins to Archibald Woods, recommending Strean?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes arrival of first steamboat, \"Reindeer\" at Morgantown. Court record of Wilson v. Woods will not be copied for a month because it is so large and clerk has other records to copy. Alpheus P. Wilson and T. P. Ray started to Richmond to attend Anti-Jackson Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent a house if Woods or any of his friends buys it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received court record of 216 pages in Wilson v. Woods. Gives legal advice for the appeal. Morgan has declared for Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend survey of 800 acre tract at Middle Island and he will make offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to give out brickmaking contract, for courthouse in Woodsfield?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Caldwell to stop cutting timber on land sold to Nathan Ilanes. Includes memorandum of letter to Governor by Woods concerning Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think the bill concerning his account with the U.S. for building the National Road will be acted upon this session.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks help in getting a note discounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if he can pay debt with steers and horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends carpet yarn to be colored and woven. Does not want a little girl to help in house. Mr. Russ (Presbyterian minister) is boarding with them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks help in obtaining loan from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends two pigs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas procured two six week old pigs for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelieves Henry St. George Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods will be reversed. Chapman Johnson is tending to appeal. High spirits in Morgantown due to prospects for railroad. He and Ray are directed to invest $3200 in bank stock as executors of N. Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods' help in getting payment from Moses Shepherd for helping to build bridge as part of the National Road. Daniel Steenrod owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thanks him for new saddle. Hope he will go to the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to advance fee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere is a case against Dillon for $1,000 ordered by Jacobs. Clark will appeal in ejectment case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers complaints about the shoeing of Woods' horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHesitant to give advice in Clark lawsuit, but does so. Has applied to be Commonwealths Attorney in Brooke, Tyler and Randolph counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay him yet. Since Woods is concerned with Wheeling foundry, asks for a cast screw and plate for pressing cloth at his fulling mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdams has sold land in Delaware. Will pay Woods when that is settled. Sehon will pay his part even if he has to borrow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to borrow two hundred dollars from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York is in favor of Andrew Jackson. New York \"is destined to be a Great Nation within itself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Daniel Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaving for Bedford. Did not get appointment as Commonwealth's Attorney for Brooke County or Tyler County. Still a candidate for Randolph County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns possibility of a canal. Public is losing confidence in Railroad company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFather-in-law needs land. Send terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill attend to entering land for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClark says Woods has libeled and will not agree to terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice concerning injunction against Clarke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePasses on legal advice from Genin and his advice in lawsuit against Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHoratio Bakewell needs clay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his advice in lawsuit against Clarke. Thinks Woods should have compromised. Sends money for Alfred's bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice regarding the administration of an estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterested in renting house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington Wilson is seeking a new position.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClark did not give security in lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClark did not give security. May compromise. Have lost member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterested in being miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises against lawsuit in name of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against ? Adams. Justifies Sehon's bill for copying court record. Alpheus P. Willson has son, Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Megurder? unwilling to give bail to close deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes stay in Pittsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill make deed and send it. Father's health is bad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill lease stove and storehouses at Powhatan Point.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Morgantown and their mutual friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas entered land for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute with Jasper? Mallory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods has been appointed state proxy to represent state in the North Western Bank of Virginia. General Assembly is discussing Georgia and South Carolina anti-tariff resolutions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas decided to marry Mrs. McFerran, sister of Stephen Clowell. Gives reasons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePannell need to finish house he is building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemits money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice in lawsuit against Clarke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for location of Woods' land near his land so he can examine it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns candidates for election to Constitutional Convention of 1829. Mentions Edgar Campbell Wilson's prospects for re-election. Is worried about financial matters. Has spent one-fourth of income on religious and charitable matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to meet concerning mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his reelection campaign. Mentions newspaper. Eugenius' candidacy for Convention of 1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot wind up business and take Woods' mill for two months. Would like to be let off contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Woods to attend bank board meeting of Northwestern Bank of Virginia and bring Steenrod so Board can authorize Thomas Woods to release a claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to take Woods' mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis candidacy for the Constitutional Convention of 1829 and his position on reform.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThought McLure had sold his foundry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrippled and unable to do anything. Dispute over building a house for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to settle debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance due in public land entered by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspects for Mallory to rent mouth of Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms for selling land to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed needs to be re-done. Buckhannon unable to pay. Sylvanus Tarkington makes offer for land. Leffler and brother do not like the country.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends bank notes by Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaking plans in case her husband, Eugenius, attends Constitutional Convention of 1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissatisfied with house Randolph has built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds payment for land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute with ? Pollock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds note discounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not know when patent will be issued on Peter Hines' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to meet with Woods regarding the \"Captina Business.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds Woods influence with court. Will come alone because it is not safe to bring Negroes to that County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of a trip to Bloomington, Ind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCoulter quotes law on deputy clerks to show that his signature on a certificate of a deed is valid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods' help with debt owed by James Woods \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA statement concerning money owed him by ? Booth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers questions about land he sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers questions about sale of mortgaged land by Henry Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on value of Woods' land. Mentions grant of land for canal through the state.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFound house. Will pay Woods for pasture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill come to Wheeling to check on house being built for him there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalked to his father about mortgaged land that was sold. Promise family will pay Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of caveat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy town lot from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Woods notice of money due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Thomas is interested in renting a tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Silas Bowery who purchased mortgaged land from Henry Smith. Sends bill for services as a spy attested by John Brown who was a ranger at the same time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Deed between Archibald Woods and Ann Woods of the first part, John McLure and Mary McLure of the second part, James H. Forythe and Ellen Forsythe of the third part, John List and Ann List of the fourth part, and Thomas Woods and May Woods of the fifth part all of Ohio County, West Virginia] and Thomas Johnston, Israle Updegraff, John List and Ellen List of the sixth part to convey land in North Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to take house (hotel?) from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for King to lease a tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be in Wheeling to negotiate lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe-assures Woods about mortgaged land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Thomas Edmundson who is a stockholder in Franklin Turnpike Road and is inspecting U.S. Road (McAdam's Road.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if Woods will agree to sell his father's (E. McClanahan) land. Has nine children, all daughters. He will be sixty-one in April. Other news of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if John Caldwell and wife are alive.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to clarify title to land transferred by Wheeling Co. to Middle Island Company. Concerned about the dower right of Mrs. John Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas paid Woods' taxes. Explanation concerning a lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns orders for bricks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in readying Globe Inn. Can get present building ready.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses career plans, medical school, and growth of Cincinnati.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eToll gates on U.S. Road will not pass. May get single appropriation to repair it. Mentions bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to collect money from James Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew building needs fireplaces and filled ice house. Wants to supervise building of kitchen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Cumberland Road and Bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces ? Shaffer of Pittsburgh who is a miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill comply with terms for property transfer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Uncle and Aunt Wilson have moved to Wheeling. College has between 40 and 50 students. Includes Autograph Letter Signed of H. Woods, Washington, Pa., to Archibald Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia,1831 February 6. Outlines his course of study.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods not to proceed against land for debt owed by ? Davidson since he (James Campbell) has purchased it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for fixing up hotel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased Woods has obtained an icehouse for the hotel. Requests a storeroom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses notice of Navy Department to application. Calhoun's pamphlet is out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVarious possibilities for an election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises to pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHand money being lent to his son\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill come to Wheeling to practice medicine within two or three months.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArmy worms have destroyed grain. Smith is mad at him for reporting to Woods Smith's sale of mortgaged land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph has not given up lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay balance on a note and will try to pay other note during next winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifference of opinion concerning expiration of lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelieve they can effect a trade.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo carry out a contract between James McHenry's representatives and a land company consisting of Robert Woods,Archibald Woods, James Caldwell, Moses Chapline and John Caidwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor delinquent taxes to William Puett issued by Austin M. Puett, Commissioner of Revenue for Parke County, Indiana. Includes, receipt issued to Thomas Woods for payment of taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition concerning navigation of Captina Creek has been referred to select committee. Send remonstrance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas turned over petitions to committee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn way back from Missouri. Desires to close business with father's land. Asks that it be sold. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not believe stock will be subscribed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill open books for subscription of bank stock. Citizens desirous of procuring branch of North Western Bankor Richmond banks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWonders if he can accept payments for bank stock in notes rather than specie. Asks when a branch can be opened.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of public lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns deed to land sold by Eugenius Wilson who is deceased. Will do estimate of money to be collected soon. Gives Wilson's account with estate of N. Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy $500 in stock of North Western Bank under new charter if Woods thinks new stock profitable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to be released from part of terms of a lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas submitted amendment to bank bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill subscribe for stock for McCoy under the new charter of the Northwestern Bank of Virginia Worried about competition from possible branch of the U.S. Bank being established at Wheeling. Worried about branches of Northwestern Bank at Wellsburg and Morgantown. Lists directors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to buy stock in North Western Bank for him. \"The debate still goes on with great violence and excitement on the emancipation of slavery, the opinion of the Committee will be reversed but I cannot say what will be the final result.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"We have now been 14 days debating the question whether it is expedient at this time to legislate with a view to the gradual abolition of slavery...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill concerning navigations of Captina Creek has been postponed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaid tax on Thomas Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e350 shares have been subscribed in Wellsburg to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport that Alpheus Wilson was drowned. Has some idea of returning from college because of ill-health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms report that Alpheus Wilson drowned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms death of Alpheus P. Wilson in Monongalia River. Suggests Hamilton return home from college if unwell. Has lost $2,000 by flooding of Ohio River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuspects fraud on part of Samuel H. Gutherie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresented resolutions adopted by directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Thinks Bank bill will pass both houses. Tariff discussion still going on. Hopes it will be put to rest by amicable adjustment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds note on Northwestern Bank passed. Nothing has been heard of body of Alpheus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill endeavor to get a board to meet with Woods on the subject of the note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo material change in Eugenius Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer father received letter from Woods concerning death of his son. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants first refusal of Captina property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money from North Western Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to buy a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy in death of Thomas Woods and Emily Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent Captina property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill raise frame of mill June 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLost horse in coal pit.Visited Pittsburgh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions concerning stock in Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy in death of Thomas and Emily Woods. Has paid tax on Thomas' land. Indian problems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms he will buy house and lot on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot find material in Eugenius Wilson's papers concerning lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns dispute over sale of lots. Offers five hundred dollars for house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about money for service due (War of 1812?) Black Hawk War causing hard times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice to Woods that he must fill two lots with gravel because of standing water.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOkey's brother needs $100. Thinks Gutherie will do right thing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of a lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavid Ramsay doesn't intend to pay back money. Mentions casualties in Black Hawk War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks indulgence on debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to meet with Woods to reach agreement on land dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends action of the congregaton for the support of the minister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Also lists directors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn R. Hall needs loan for $250. Can obtain if Paull or Woods endorses for him. Paull does not endorse for anyone but recommends Hall to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisappointed Woods did not meet with him. Offers to meet again to try to settle dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends court date. Gutherie has bought back Headley's house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnderstands Woods wants to sell tavern occupied by King. Asks terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants $16,000 for Wheeling House run by King.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas advertised Woods' land for sale. Is candidate for state senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to buy property from Woods if Guthrie relinquishes his claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be ready to go to Indiana with Hamilton Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Atkinsonhas entered security double sum of our attachment. A writ of replevin? has issued against Woods to cause attached property to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Brighem is willing to teach Ann Eliza Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines office as bank guard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails captures of two persons alleged to have robbed bank in Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCan not get an answer from Guthrie about his meeting with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to obtain loan from U.S. Bank because of uncertainty of the renewal of the charter. Will try further.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advice regarding dispute with Samuel H. Gutherie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill meet with Peck. Would like for Col. Archibald Woods to be present.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation concerning Woods' dispute with Samuel H. Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudge Hallock has allowed the injunction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposes a settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal steps he has taken in Woods' dispute with Gutherie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses various candidates for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill convey deed to Eller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends ? Whitcomb for tending to Woods' land business. News of the legislature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to settle accounts. Buchannon ought to have been sued.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not have legal papers. Will try to accomplish payment of notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Ray will attend court to prove will of Eugenius Wilson. Has not sent list of debts due to estate. Woods may have to give bond as executor. Will collect fees due Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Notifies Floyd that Northwestern Bank of Virginia has been robbed. Includes Archibald Woods concerning a levy for a court house in Ohio County, West Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains his role in the removal of Woods as a state director in the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains circumstances surrounding Woods' removal as state director in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about rental of farm. Apologizes for incident of previous year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks permission to live on one acre of Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Leffler's chances for election to Congress and the election of directors to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave gained a most significant victory in the lower house over the Virginia nullifiers. Defeated by one vote. We shall either run Tyler or McCoy for the Senate...we shall not likely rally? Tyler. The west and middle regions are well organized and we can elect him to a certainty.., resolved to put down these southern notions. In Virginia much is to be done in the election of a senator. Rives is with us and if we get Tyler we are safe, at the request of several western members on Thursday last I addressed a letter to Tyler, to know his sentiments on secession and nullification. This evening I send his answer. Gives defense on appointment of directors to Northwestern Bank. Determined about spring election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibilities for election to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChances for election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news. Concerned about his health. Questions about a debt and education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaking depositions to prove military service.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to take a house he is building for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for an agreement on land to avoid a lawsuit. Includes notes concerning Archibald Woods' terms of settlement with Joseph McCoy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCandidacy for Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute with Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas application to buy Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGuthrie cannot prepare himself to fulfill compromise offered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for copy of patent. Received $26,500 in part of money stolen from Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Lists candidates for Congress. Includes John McLure to Archibald Woods. Needs evidence to secure copy of a patent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas concluded to take Powhatan Place at Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill endorse a note for William B. King on certain conditions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that Woods make deed to Martha (Woods) Knox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Woods need not fear any great difficulty with Guthrie. Equalizing board sits in June.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSold Woods' land in Vigo County to Chauncey Rose. Thomas Woods' land has been sold for taxes. County in distressed situation for want of money. Failure of crops last two years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspects for election to Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay money owed to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation on Samuel H. Gutherie's business. Gave Woodman notice to settle note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to attend to note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to meet with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangements for settling with Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends individuals as magistrates and opposes Nicholas Wykert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for money due under Eugenius Wilson's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLost horse in coal pit. Family news, (Letter is begun by Louisa ?)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Grafton and Mr. King have closed their bargain. Sends reports of board of health, \"I have this morning seen Doctor Houston an he informs that he has not heard of any new cases today.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave not brought money to Wheeling because of fear of the cholera Gutherie is selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSylvia or Silvia ? left at house of John F. Clarke. Things left by Mr. Paull. Encloses reports of Board of Health. \"The ... sickness with two exceptions is confined to the immediate neighborhood of McConnell's old tan yard. I am informed that the old vats is full of water and all kinds of filth \u0026amp; that they have been in that situation for the last two years.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mary Woods to mother Mrs. Anne Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia Received letter from Dr. Houston. Trusts her Ann is obedient. Mr. Laurie preached his trial sermon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Ruggles and wife deeded lot to Gutherie. People are frightened of cholera. \"If anyone dies in this neighborhood \u0026amp; we have had a number of deaths, the person is rolled up in his bed, \u0026amp; bedclothes \u0026amp; his own clothes tumbled into a rough box, as soon as dead, \u0026amp; immediately buried.\" Guthrie will deed lots to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about distraining (detaining personal property for security of a debt) a wheat crop. Includes Jacob answering Woods questions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on tending to Woods' land. Includes account of Woods with Feeny.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to borrow six hundred dollars. Father will give deed of trust on property in Hagerstown, Maryland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes trips to White Sulphur Springs and Salt Sulphur Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to borrow fifty dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of recommendation for N. Osburne as a tavern keeper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOsburn keeps a first-rate tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill build mill wheel for two dollars and fifty cents per foot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Sprigg and Archibald Woods be appointed a Committee to settle with Henry Sockman for rent of Know Hon Farm,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns terms of rental of stores and warehouse at Powhatan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswer to inquiries about North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow two thousand dollars from Wheeling Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress on building of grist mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment by ? Rose for Woods' property is in hands of Warren \u0026amp; Co., to Terra Haute. Much sickness, few cases of cholera.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Crawford's house and lot were not sold, but an empty lot between his house and Randolph Tavern was sold, as was his farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over accident involving Ann (Poage) Woods Washington, and Franklin Woods?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses mothers' receipt for money lent her by Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJackson \"goes full tilt against the bank.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if bank robbers are caught.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNational Road Stage has incurred extra expense in fulfilling mail contract. Asks compensation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent house for grocery at Powhatan Point. Asks Woods advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas applicants for Thomas Woods' heirs' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommittee report on courthouse is unfavorable. May be reversed and brought before House Of Delegates. Will present memorial concerning Northwestern Bank. Floyd promised appointment but he and Council are not speaking. Large meeting in Richmond concerning deposits. Benjamin Watkins Leigh spoke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods to vote for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sale of land for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses memorials. Thomas Hart Benton is \"pouring out vials of his wrath upon Clay and the bank.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Washington. Heard Calhoun speak. Description of city.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms prospective tenant would like for leasing land. Opinion on land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeard William Cabell Rives deliver speech on removal of deposits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourthouse questions to be brought up any day. Private committee recommended division of county.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend form for Woods' release mortgages by Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends William H. McNabb for loan with a lot as security. Includes William H. McNabb stating that he will mortgage lot with a lot nearly owned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises not to cut any timber contrary to Woods' wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots sold by Samuel H. Gutherie to the Methodist Episcopal Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to sell stock in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot pay money owed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuse for not paying note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandling the rental of Woods' house for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCalled on General Breckenridge and found he was dead. Called on nephew and heir James D. Breckenridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePecuniary embarrassments of this section of the county. Sent copy of a of bill of legislature chartering bank and branches.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Buying flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Moore will do surveying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResignation as President and Director.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinnager needs indulgence on money owed Woods for land. Vouches for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas two yokes for oxen for sale and a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to borrow money from bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer to rent a house, steam mill etc. for a lumberyard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays information from ? Rose concerning payment of a note. Commissioners authorized to negotiate the loan for our state bank and branches.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment on note and harsh policies of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to have bank board convened to discount notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGot judgment and execution against Fogle but no property could be found and Fogle died. Asks if son Thomas' land on Raccoon Creek could be leased. H. F. Feeny redeemed it. Some cases of cholera. James? Seaman ill. Jacksonian politics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarket for slaves and horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShowed Woods' lands to ? Scott. Will tend to taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas offered to buy land belonging to Thomas Woods' heirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to be pallbearer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Steenrod wants to keep place five years longer if Woods will build stable and house or fix old one.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends check.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms death of addressee's mother. Words of religious consolation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies him of money still due by estate of Eugenius Wilson. Includes receipt of Thomas P. Ray, surviving executor of Nimrod Evans to Archibald Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavid Lively wishes to rent Woods' tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes not think Woods is liable on special warrantee deed to Jacob Ash. Wilson outlines his prospects for election. Measles prevail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to start boat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns gathering signatures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money from Woods to pay off note at Bank if it cannot be renewed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send money by safe opportunity. Has offer for lands owned by heirs of Thomas Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms they will take Woods house and lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice that premium is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer for Woods house has been made by Jo. Driggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Jacobs what he has done with note in his hands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevival of religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Planned trip to New Orleans and Nashville for health. Includes Mary Woods, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Ann (Poage) Woods. Ann's health and proposed trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo capture slave, Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnn Eliza Wilson wants to take trip south for three months to restore health. Philip Syng Physick of Philadelphia agrees with remedy. McNeely wants to buy land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow money from the Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcurs in opinion that hill land should be sold. Has sold other land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Woods is willing to sell any property you think proper. Bought Ann a piano. For Mrs. McKee's and Ann's health will take trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts trip from Pittsburgh. Sends message to her children. Includes Ann Eliza Woods to Archibald Woods. Includes John McKee to Mrs. Brison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Peck to tell Samuel H. Guthrie that he will be at Woodsfield to collect money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Sternrod to rent a field for two more years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents For Landers to sell to Woods a lot in Steinersville, Belmont County. Includes affidavit of Benjamin Cole recorded by William Tailman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains his position regarding his proposal that an inquiry be made as to the propriety of amending the charter of the Merchants \u0026amp; Mechanicks bank as to provide for the reception of the capital which the North Western Bank is required to furnish the branch in Morgantown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness is good. Will close up partnership. Has tended to business for Woods in trying to collect money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnonymous letter giving Woods advice concerning his tavern.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress on collecting from the Smiths.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports progress in collecting money. Unable to collect from Samuel H. Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCatherine Wood is to marry. Mr. Thomson wants to start a school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtest construction of houses McLure is building.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent at Powhatan Point.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates Woods' taxes are all right. Includes Samuel H. Guthrie to Archibald Woods, 1837 December 27 stating he obtained letter from Mason.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to rent tavern stand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangement for Archibald Woods to obtain a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to borrow one thousand dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to sell his land to purchase land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifies of need to pay premium.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent farm to start a dairy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposed to lease corner of Monroe and Main Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaying out of money. Invitation to dinner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sold land for Woods and disposed of his own property. Now hopes to make deal for Woods' Indiana land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods to attend case as a witness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants privilege of burning lime in kiln.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotification of date of Seaman case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawn on him for three thousand dollars. \"Houma?\" arrived here but demanded cargo when ran against the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to rent property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs paying ? King's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill meet him to pay money due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by H. D. Brown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSam Jones has not been here for six weeks. No proceeding for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of bearer of letter to be a tenant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter. Expects money at next court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lively has made bar room a warehouse for the German population.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTenant wants to rent place again. Has fulfilled lease. Okey wants to buy it. Wants advice on buying a small place for son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas tended to Hynes business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms he would offer for lot and what building he would put up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks help to get notes discounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks condition of wife's (Mrs. Carr) land and what it could be sold for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to locate 12 acre tract in section 14. Tax record for section 2 and 8. Perhaps bring suit against James Elliot, present claimant. Includes Benjamin S. Cowens to Archibald Woods giving legal advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to buy wood from Woods by cutting up trees that have fallen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Lively to move away.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods said his proposition was unreasonable, complained of charge for work and was cross. Desires his patronage. Will make counteroffer to build house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds notes if Woods sued Guthrie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Francis needs advice settling up husband's affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMen working on dam are taking stone from bank of river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to purchase land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of property of Zacheus Francis, deceased, will take place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReady to move when Woods brings money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinds taxes unpaid on a portion of Woods' land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney is ready to be paid for two notes assigned Woods from Mr. Stream? Needs names for other notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods' fire insurance premium on the Virginia Hotel is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for stock has been declined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds to appoint someone in place of Daniel Steinrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to meet others but will agree to settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses receipt for taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects to leave two hundred thousand dollars with Mr. Woodruff. Needs to borrow $1000 from bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to keep house for him he now lives in as \"I have a Jurnaman (German?) to put in it.\" Will give him the lease for the Seaman house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to collect money. Resumption of specie payments has resulted in any discounting of notes. Has purchased a small interest in Ritchietown to secure money owed him by John? McKee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed letter on taxes on land belonging to son's heirs in Parke which have not been paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take place at four dollars per acre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm of authorization for Peck to release mortgage from Samuel H. Guthrie to Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot move to Woods' property on Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsiders matter on Woods' part vexatious and ungenerous. Had no other interest in the lease other than promoting the best interest of the house for the sake of the stage lines. Any proceeding instituted by Woods will be followed by removal of the stages from the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoves of various people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sued Guthrie on behalf of Woods. Told Woods has idea of sending granddaughter to school at St. Clairsville. Recommends it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for Woods to come and settle the amount of the estate that Zacheus Francis owes him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a coal mine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill extend bond of Mr. Cole.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThinks Harrison will win.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtest of $250 draft has caused distress. Counting on money for college. Mary has never gotten part of estate. McKee is guardian for boys. Family has not lived with him for 8 or 9 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Paull has paid protested draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to buy land from Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Questions concerning will of John H. Schwop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAstonished to receive bill from Woods for stone. Thought commissioners for securing bank at Hog Run Bridge could get stone. Will have stone valued according to law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Received letter relative to Post Office at Powhatan Point. H. Cowen was unwilling to join objection but will not encourage removal to Steinersville. Would like opinion on Exchequer Plan of Secretary of Treasury.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Husband relieved from pecuniary embarrassment by his brother. Sorry Grandma's health feeble. Hopes income from town property will support brothers at college. \"There are but few persons over seventy who can exhibit the same acturty as yourself and Grandma Brison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenewed 1843 April 1 and 1844 April 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Situation is bad there but better on a farm. Alarmed that Theodire had to cease from study. Gives information on a family member who is evil. Includes note of James ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a farm for three years. Lease terminated after one year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecorded by James D. Morris.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas rented Archibald Woods' mill. Needs repair. Asks Bucher to repair it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncouraging Woods to attend a meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. ? has lumber and is commencing work. Will show Woods' mason the quarry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest to borrow one hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo do work on Woods' two mills.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received letters stating that neighbors are disgusted with him and taking their wheat elsewhere. Defends himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Arrangements for his return. Mrs. Woods sick but recovered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for masons who are to build wall under the tobacco house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Allen cannot build foundation for stable but would haul stone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy order of city council, calls meeting of \"trustees of Wheeling Lancastrian Academy.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMills needs new bolting cloths.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent store room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages Woods to keep Thomson as miller. Exhorts Woods to lose no time in making peace with God.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill probably move.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to get coal from Big Run. Mason is building foundation under stable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuying land from men who are unable to pay money down. Would be accommodation to us to get a further loan of $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to extend acquaintance with country, merchants \u0026amp; collecting, representing Wilson and Brother. Dancing and hunting. Has seen prairie on Fire. Will pass through villages of Shawnees \u0026amp; Delawares. \"Remember me to all of the black folks.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIssued by Alexander T. Laidley, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas searched for survey lines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcluded to let Elias Hafer have place where Darrah lives because doubt that Darrah can make improvement he desires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas placed upon one of the doors of the Bank vault one of Jones Patent Combination Locks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to collect. Left Messrs Wilson and is with Messrs. Abbot \u0026amp; Peake. \"What does Betty Rose call her baby. No one has told me that she has one but I know that no gal that looks like her \u0026amp; of her make could be married a year \u0026amp; not have one.\" Asks to be remembered to many people including \"the black folks.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks McKinley to collect for him. Will proceed against Wingrove.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends lock made by H. C. Jones of Newark, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo appear in Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery to answer a bill in chancery exhibited against them by Henry Swertzer. Issued by Alexander T. Laidley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSevere heat in St. Louis. Asks to be remembered to many people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to go into business with S. H. Peake. Needs money to do so. Includes letter, 1846 December 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Death of ? Briscoe, their bookkeeper who was from Loudoun County, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants her to visit. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLikes her picture. Has not courted Marion Clarkson. Remember him to various people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her sickness (during a pregnancy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to St. Louis. Boarding. Will keep promise on temperance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterest in Mollie Wilson. News from John Baker and Cooper?, Reading life of Swedenbourg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects to visit her too next week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMother unable to make trip as roads are bad. Outlines his route.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristmas celebration at the school. Describes teaching.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages students to \"Waveland.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRosa Harrison is dead of scarlet fever which is raging. Describes Christmas and mention of Easter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over sister's health. Cooper is determined to be a Christian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Poem and sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan. N. L. Peyton, to Mrs. William Ann R. Morgan, \"Waveland,\" Fauquier County, Virginia, undated. Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecovering from typhoid fever. John B. has job in furnishings store. Was 21 on April 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolved to be Christian. Cholera epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of fire which burned 23 boats and then spread to building. ? Peake and John Baker have cholera.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been ill. Cholera epidemic. ? Peake \u0026amp; A. Cooper Baker sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker of cholera. Will probably leave along with Will and John.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy letter on death of Alexander Cooper Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker and cholera epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker. Business. Cholera epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam W. Baker will not leave St. Louis. S. H. Peake will send statement of business of Peake \u0026amp; Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of cholera epidemic. Death of minister perhaps from visiting the sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo decision on partnership with S. H. Peake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Alexander Cooper Baker.Boarding at Scott's Hotel. They are Wheeling people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTombstone inscription for grave of Mary Cooper Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesired to make money. \"I must go out on the levee to work and therefore must close.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTemperature day before was 8 degrees below zero. Baker Murray is to marry Mrs. Watts, a Catholic who keeps a boarding house. Controversy in St. Louis over lectures of ? Leaky who is \"reformed\" monk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to go to California. Change of climate, friends going, and uncertainty of S. H. Peake's business plans. \"I do not think of going to California to dig gold....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas asthma. Will have wagon, six mules, three Indian ponies, rifle, pair pistols, two large knifes knives and blankets for trip to California. Includes W.W. Baker, St. Louis. Mo., to Sister. Move to California.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived answer to telegram. Answer \"William W. Baker arrived here this morning. Will leave for home on first boat. Health is bad.\" Glad he had not left for California.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam W. Bakerhas recruited enough strength to travel home,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning health of William Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning health of William Baker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a debt, a fire, and a lease. Regrets being unable to give daughter money for wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets Edgar has left home. Lists problems at home. pages. Includes, letter, ? to Edgar Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaggie Hamilton not expected to live. Sudden death of delirium tremens of A Mel lam? the portrait painter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisses him while he is away at College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been visited by Mrs. Faulkner and Mrs. Conrad. Town and religious news of Winchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo convey land in Missouri. Witnessed by P.L. Edwards. Recorded by Samuel Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George Whellier for John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George Whellier for John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by George Whellier for John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath and funeral of J. Zehner, professor of math at Burlington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of their mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the death of Ann Cooper's mother and aunt from cholera. Father is ill. Unsure if he has cholera. Includes, newspaper clipping concerning cholera deaths.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sympathy in death of her mother. Includes,Samuel C. Baker, Martinsburg, West Virginia, to sister Mrs. Ann R. Morgan, concerning illness of their father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns death of Mrs. Ann R. Morgan's mother and illness of her father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Mrs. Morgan's mother and aunt from cholera.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McCulloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of sympathy for death of Mrs. Morgan's mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by E. H. Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McColloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McColloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John McColloch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Alonzo Loring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John Henry McKee who has power of attorney. Bears affidavit of Thomas E. Thompson and recorded by Samuel E. Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by E.M. Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathy letter in death of Mrs. Morgan's husband.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items. Includes of Elijah McClanahan to Woods; Daniel Sheffey to Woods; Andrew Hamilton to Woods, copy of decision to stay execution; bond; and accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the division of land purchased by the petitioners from patentees granted land by virtue of service in the French and Indian War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders Indian mail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill take possession of house. Canal is out of fix so will not be able to get things from Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot able to get furniture because canal is broken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to know if he can rent place again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to take charge of renting and improving his land. Asks Woods to pass any offers to sell along to him. His post offices are Chillicothe, Ohio; St. Francisville, Louisiana, \u0026amp; New Orleans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Croton oil. Go to camp meeting tomorrow. Asks to borrow lace shawl. Other requests.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad to hear friends are well. Health slowly improving. Applied money received from Mr. Worth to credit of account with Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrice of land near Danville and Lexington is twenty shillings per acre. Brought suit against Pollard for band. Includes manuscript of Archibald Woods? concerning notes on religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to send certificate. Try to get fifty pounds from ? Kilbreath.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if road is open from ? to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to move shop close to river.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecree is absolute unless Clark perfects appeal by entering security. Will give no opinion on a compromise. Other legal advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequested Franklin Woods to copy portion of bill of complaint in Woods v. Chapline.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling Woods to reassure the slave that is to be traded to him William Croghan for land, that he William Croghan only wants him the slave as a coachman \"you may assure him if he be a faithful servant I will make him a kind master--\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that servant to be given in exchange for land on Hog Run be ready to be picked up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend survey by John Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e? Russell called on him for note against Samuel Hudson. There is judgment against Woods for costs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe and ? Poerm? will take land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould like to rent farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas declined doing anything with Smith. Two hundred and seventy dollars will cover amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to wait until October for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to collect money for Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to borrow $500 from North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Think election will be between Jackson and himself. Asks Woods to \"personate\" himself at the election. \"Pray do not let the revolutionists out general you at a time when danger appears to be so near to hand...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Autograph Letter Signed. Because of infirmness, he submits his resignation as commandant of Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions about location of tract of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBring deed. Will not fly from bargain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrote A.D. Clarke \u0026amp; requested him to settle account with Woods. Settle note to bank endorsed by R. Simms suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of resignation as bank director which Woods is to hold and use if he wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLet bearer have horses Woods is lending and send advertisement for horse Woods has lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns salt, sugar, wheat, rent due by Mallory, accounts due, and the rent of property at Captina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to help her brother David McClure to estimate value of land she wishes to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests for Woods to attend to by drawing money from Auditor of Pubic Accounts and bring back McClures' appointment as Inspector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf he does not return in time, ask Col. Woods? or George Washington Wilson to remit money to Mr. Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods to attend a Board meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorse sent back belongs to Alexander Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces ? Jackson, a tanner who wishes to buy a lot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions about navigation of Elk and Ohio Rivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWoods and Wilson are commissioners along with Jonathan Buckanon , Josiah Morgan, David McClure to locate a road from Cummins's Mill to Wheeling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that money due her be paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePower of attorney has been obtained from President of Literary Fund authorizing the subscription of $50,000 of North Western Bank of Virginia stock at Wellsburgh. Application will be made to Board of Directors to open books. Recommends it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Woods to come get his wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePut a note in for Curtis \u0026amp; Co. for discount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers service in locating warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnder guard as a deserter. Defends himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMother has 100 bushels of wheat to grind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires to lease property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProcured letter from Alpheus Willson for Woods to see concerning directors of North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Alpheus P. Wilison to John Tyler concerning appointments of directors of North Western Bank of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Woods to write ? Jacobs and bring patents with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation. Glad ? is Congressional candidate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSoldiers must bring public arms to batallion muster for inspection. \"Whatever thoughts you or I had of resigning (as I most seriously had) it cannot it will not now do to resign until the storm is over;...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received orders to march to Point Pleasant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the location of a road (possibly the Cumberland Road.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo inquire regarding the payment to taxes. Woods is also to call on General Breckenridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Governor to confer with President of United States to request protection from Indians. Also signed by Charles WellsJohn Dant, John Davis, Hezekiah Davison,J ohn Haymond, Cornelius Bogard, John Haddan, William Morrez?, W.H. Cavendish, and H. Caperton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Ruggles to intervene in legislation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Jacob Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeeds new deed from Croghan's father to be recorded in the County where the land is.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns lawsuit of J. Wilson v. Woods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Bank of United States. If it is granted a charter, Woods suggests alterations and amendments to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Barber to send messenger to deliver legal notice to Stephen R. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal to trade land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods; and the appointment of state directors to the Board of the North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Archibald Woods to ?. Concerns establishment of post office at Capteena.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElijah Woods failed on his part of agreement to explore or locate warrants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to make a settlement by purchasing slaves. Wants young ones not in habit of running away. \"...those of a contrary disposition are however often the best slaves but situated as we are in this County between... Pennsylvania \u0026amp; Ohio...and where slavery is much ridiculed, any Negro of an enterprising disposition and forward in their Manners are almost certain to go into one or the other states or down the Ohio;...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious ideas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns sale of lots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Weaver declines to purchase house because wife wants to quit business of keeping a public house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for information from the city.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Hinds has agreed with M. Clark for oxen. Will accept your offer for his tract of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes plats on verso of Maddison's or John Mitchel's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes estimate of damages sustained by Archibald Woods in consequence of lease given by Richard Yates to James Fulton, blank notes for North Western Bank of Virginia, instructions for inquiring at Land Office in Kentucky, instructions to take paper back to broker and get paper of Miami Exporting Company, poem (Lines supposed to be written at Genoa), deposition concerning a land dispute between Samuel Todd and the executors of Andrew Woods, Instructions for formation on parade ground and for inspection of sentinels by officer of the day, (circa 1812), Alexander? Caldwell to Archibald Woods (wants to borrow shovels), parody of a candidate's speech, Robert Poage to Archibald Woods, petition to Virginia Governor to ask for protection for frontiers from Federal Government, vote for governor of Pennsylvania in four counties, and formula for sheep-dip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include George W. Bailey, William C. P. Breckinridge, S. L. Brown, Mrs. S. T. Cook, T. Gallaher, Louisa A. Kemper, George A. Paull, A. J. Poag, C. C. Poage, Charles M. Poage, G. H. Poage, George B. Poage, J. C. Poage, M. Annie Poage, S. C. Poage, Thomas K. Poage, J. N. Powers, Margaret Sisson, Andrew W. 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Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Papers, chiefly 1783-1846, of Archibald Woods of Ohio County, West Virginia. The papers concern his family, the Poage family, and the Houston family, as well as his business dealings. Correspondents include Levi Barber, Daniel Call, Philip Doddridge, Chapman Johnson, Henry Lee, James Pindall, Benjamin Ruggles, Daniel Sheffey and John Tyler, Edgar Campbell Wilson, George Washington Wilson and Thomas Wilson. Subjects dealt with in the collection include banking, cholera, the Cumberland Road, land speculation, pioneer life near Wheeling, West Virginia and in Kentucky and Indiana, formation of and early days in Belmont and Monroe counties, Ohio (including the founding of Woodsfield, Ohio), the Northwest Territory, Indians of North America, family life, marriage and courtship, Virginia militia during peacetime and in the War of 1812, Ohio politics, sale of slaves and the Whiskey Rebellion. There are also letters of members of the Baker and Morgan families of Fauquier County, Virginia and Wheeling, West Virginia which concern life in St. Louis, Missouri during the 1840's.","Addition to folder 1482:  December 31, 1824 letter from Z. Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia to Archibald Woods regarding moving the College of William and Mary to Richmond.","Offering his military warrant and pay for service in the U.S. Continental Army in lieu of money owed Woods. Witnessed by Andrew Woods and Alley ? McKee. Affidavit by Ebenezar Lane.","Concerning land to be located and patented by military warrants and divided between the two men.","Scope and Contents Bill of sale to Martha Woods, Botetourt County, Virginia 1 Negro girl.","Concerning money and land.","Scope and Contents Concerning land purchased from the military claims of James Ludlow, James Letort and Andrew Fowler who served in \"the old Virginia Regiment under Governour Dinwiddie's Proclamation.\"","Concerning land on the Kanawha River.","Nevill was attorney for William Croghan. Witnessed by John Beaver and ? Heth.","Scope and Contents Concerning agreement with Archibald Woods. Including agreement between Kerr and Woods, 1786 November 6.","Concerning a list of land and people which was prepared for the auditor.","Concerning horses. Including note concerning equipment and uniforms for those who join a calvary company.","Concerning a trip to Richmond.","Mentions bonds and the postponement of a trip to Ohio County. Including undated note by an unidentified person concerning genealogical matters.","Including note, March 1790, of Johnson with Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning 1000 acres of land in West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning the locating and surveying of land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Asking for help in fighting the Indians and outlining a plan.","For 2 slaves, a boy named Littleton and a girl named Pink.","They were trustees to establish an academy in either Monongalia, Ohio, Harrison or Randolph counties.","Concerning a petition to have a ferry across the Ohio River at Short Creek signed by Nathaniel Coolman and John Vanmetre.","Concerning patents for 10,000 acres of land. Including a petition concerning taxation.","Concerning Indians, land taxes owed by ? Todd, land dispute between ? Carper and ? Moor Moore, treaty made by Arthur St. Clair at Fort Harmar with Indians.","Concerning land in Ohio County.","For a female slave named Phetis.","Concerning money owed to A. Kirkpatrick by Woods.","Scope and Contents To transfer 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to William McClandhan.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods' desire to purchase land. Says \"our politics are loose, vague, various, and uncertain.\" Advises Woods to not reject his mother's \"precepts because she is a female good sense is the result of a Sound mind which would as soon inhabit a female body as a male. There is no sex in souls.\"","For female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents To convey 400 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to McFarland.","Scope and Contents Mentions George Strickler concerning military warrant lands in West Virginia and Kentucky and the non-attendance of Andrew Woods and Archibald Woods as court jurors.","Asking Shepherd to give him preference if he decides to sell his mill and house. Including note of Bible verses in a different hand.","Scope and Contents Concerning Mitchell's land in Kentucky. Including, letter, John Lee, Hagerstown, Maryland, to Archibald? Woods.","Concerning Woods' misfortunes, religion, a dispute with ? Crawford and his baptism of Jenny St. Clair McCulloch.","Discusses a move to Kentucky, the death of John Crawford and William Wilson.","Describing Kentucky and Woods' contemplated move there.","Concerning land prices in Kentucky near Lexington and Danville.","Concerning Woods' possible move to Kentucky and the price of renting land there.","Concerning family news and Poage's opinion of Kentucky.","Concerning religion and family news.","Concerning Kentucky.","Mostly concerns religion and family news.","Discusses family and neighborhood news including the marriage of Polly Stuart to Ned Hall.","Discusses his business affairs and family news.","Telling Woods to be ready with his party of horses if he receives orders.","Scope and Contents Expressing concern over Indian threats to frontier. Thomas Poage has entered Presbytery as candidate for ministry. Discusses religion in Prince Edward and Charlotte. Cousin John Crawford is dead.","Scope and Contents Concerning his judicial circuit and news of mutual friends in Augusta and Rockbridge County, Virginia","Containing religious advice, and concerning the role of feelings in religion.","Concerning money.","For title to 355 acres of land . Including assign (witnessed by George Humphrey) of George Conner.","Probably concerning Archibald Woods.","Requesting that Woods take the deposition of David Harbinson as evidence in the lawsuit of Kelly vs. Wilson.","Concerns family news.","Scope and Contents To convey from Woods to Poage 100 acres of land in Botetourt County, Virginia? and memorandum of money borrowed form Archibald Woods by James Poage.","Scope and Contents Saying he has declared himself a candidate for the Virginia Senate and asking Woods' help.","Concerning rations for a militia company and Jackson's campaign for Congress.","Concerns a move to Kentucky by Cloyd.","Scope and Contents Concerning supplies.","Describing his school under Mr. Graham.","Scope and Contents Concerning his travels among the Presbyterian churches. Gives Woods advice.","Concerning a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Seat of government may be Lexington.","Requesting that Woods pay bearer money.","Scope and Contents Concerning the sale of hogs and corn. Including a petition concerning a ferry across the Ohio River","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerning a proposed division of Ohio County.","Concerns division of Ohio County.","Concerning the division of Ohio County.","Concerning Indian threats.","Sending a muster roll and pay abstract for McMachan.","Concerning money Wilson is trying to collect for Woods.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Promising to furnish troops to the state from Ohio, Harrison, Monongalia, and Randolph counties, West Virginia","To furnish troops.","Scope and Contents Describing Indian activities, the difficulty of securing provisions because of Anthony Wayne's levies near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and possible Congressional candidates.","Concerning two companies of Rangers.","Concerning activities of and provisions for Ohio County Rangers and mentions Anthony Wayne.","Concerning McCleery's candidacy for U.S. Congress.","Scope and Contents To trade to Woods 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia in exchange for 461 acres of land in Kentucky and a female slave.","For a female slave named Lila.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight, David McWilliams, Jacob Lusk and Hugh McGuire) from Richard Yeates, appointing John McInyre to act in conveying 304 acres of land in Ohio County, West Virginia to Archibald Woods.","(Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Woods will convey 461 acres of land in Lincoln or Madison County, Kentucky to Yeates.","Scope and Contents (Witnessed by John McKnight and David McWilliams) between Archibald Woods and Richard Yeates to ensure that Yeates will convey 304 acres in Ohio County, to Woods.","Concerning the collection of money owed to Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning William Croghan, a proposed treaty with Indians, and relations with the British.","Concerning Indian threats to the frontier.","Scope and Contents Concerning a lawsuit and including a copy of a letter, 1793 March 27, from Thomas Duncan, Carlisle, Pa. to Messrs, Wallace and Kirkpatrick.","Concerning money owed by Woods to Yeates.","Concerning the altering of a deed from Woods to Jane Yeates instead of to Richard Yeates.","Concerning Cloyds' inability to sell his land in order to pay Woods for land bought from him.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Cloyd by Morris. Including letter from Archibald Woods to ? Dunlap concerning Woods' dissatisfaction with a horse he purchased from Dunlap.","oncerning payment of money owed to Woods for flour and whiskey.","Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower.","Concerning James Wood and militia.","Discussing the Transylvania Presbytery and concerning opening a store.","Scope and Contents Woods' land in Kentucky and a possible move by Woods to Kentucky. Also mentions Richard Yeates.","Has a description of life in Kentucky and discusses the split in the Transylvania Presbytery between the followers of Adam Rankin and the rest of the Presbyterians.","Concerning provisions for the militia.","Concerning family news and religion.","Scope and Contents Concerning an execution against ? Wood and McConnell and other lawsuits.","Complaining that land in Kentucky bought from Woods is not located where Woods told him it was; questions quality of the land and the female slave. Includes note from Lewis Marshall, 1793 August 26, concerning location of the land.","Concerning land Nichols is to sell.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods the contract for the supply of the volunteer militia in Monongalia District has been given to ? Wells instead of Woods.","Answering Yeates' complaints about land Woods sold him.","To set up a company to sell land northwest of the Ohio River (i.e. the Northwest Territory).","Concerning dispute between Woods and Richard Yeates over land and chastising Woods for his letter to his mother, Martha (Poage) Woods.","Concerns sending Woods money for frontier services.","Scope and Contents Concerning the militia and mentioning James Wood. Including account 1794 March 27.","Concerning having Woods survey land so that the plats can be sent to Richmond for patents.","Concerning the location of land sold to Yeates by Woods and the disposition of lawsuits being handled by Woods for Yeates.","Concerning his land dispute with Archibald Woods and warning about the Indians.","Scope and Contents Concerning land sold for William Croghan, possible war with England and Spain, and an embargo.","Requesting a promised present in return for her having acknowledged her right of dower.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Reed Lower?, and a lawsuit.","Scope and Contents Recommending William Martinas paymaster for the militia and saying that individuals are injured by not getting their money.","Concerning land warrants.","Scope and Contents Requesting courses of survey. Includes, draft, Archibald Woods, to Henry Lee, expressing concern over Indian, British and Spanish affairs.","Concerning money owed by Chapline to Woods.","Scope and Contents Requesting Woods to tend to some legal business for Richard Yeates.","Concerning negotiations with Spain over navigation of the Mississippi.","Concerning family news.","Concerning money owed to Yeates by Woods and lawsuits.","To receive the interest on two loan office certificates.","Concerning family news.","Scope and Contents Concerning politics?","That Brown will improve land by building cabins, in Northwest Territory.","For seven hundred dollars, a condition for purchase of a military warrant due Denniston and purchased by Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Whiskey Rebellion.","Scope and Contents Concerning the apprehension of David Bradford, William Sutherland, William McKinley, Robert Stephenson, John Moore, and James Marshall, participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Questions whether Biggs should attend the session of the General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Gives family news, mentions \"we are crowded with light horse men in our town that came in today,\" discusses religion.","Scope and Contents To appear as witnesses in the examination of William McKinley, one of the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion. Includes letter from Archibald Woods to McClure in response.","Scope and Contents Saying the justices of the peace had decided not to examine the participants in the Whiskey Rebellion \"on considering the situation of this County and the temper of the people ...as we are of the opinion it would have answered no valuable purpose, and our authority it would evidently appeared to us would have been treated with contempt.\"","Reminds him he is in a new place and under care of uncles. Remember Creator and avoid evil company.","Concerning land Woods wishes to buy.","Scope and Contents Saying he has seen a petition against the taking of land west of the Ohio Northwest Territory. Brown has finished building the cabins for Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning sending Andy (Andrew Woods, Jr.) to Woods.","She is disappointed her uncle will not be coming for a visit. Regrets she has not been as religious as she ought to be.","Scope and Contents That Archibald and Elijah Woods of Ohio County, Virginia West Virginia would survey a tract of land containing 100,000 acres in Kanawha County, West Virginia and Wilson would sell it.","Scope and Contents Concerning Wilson's selling of 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia?.","Wants Woods to help his divide land and sell it so that he can move his mother to Kentucky.","Asking her uncle's decision on moving to Kentucky.","Concerning his selling land.","Saying she may purchase his land.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods he has sold Woods' land to Robert Young of Alexandria Virginia with the assistance of Henry? Lee.","Concerning the selling of Woods' land.","Concerning lawsuits, and George Kelly.","Scope and Contents Concerning a petition to Congress and his expectation that Congress will open a land office on Northwest side of Ohio River.","Scope and Contents Tells his uncle that Mr. Willson (Thomas Wilson) says there is no caveat entered at Richmond and Wilson has seen a number of men interested in purchasing land.","Scope and Contents Concerning 60,000 acres of land. Mentions Henry? Lee.","Giving family news.","Assigning as attorney for George Slaughter, Slaughter's title to six entries of land of 400 acres in Ohio County received by military land warrant to William Harris. Witnessed by Andrew Woods, Jr.","Scope and Contents For part of the title to 604 acres of land in Mason County, West Virginia","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","The location of 30,000 acres of land and a description of same.","Concerning extending their concern in the lands in the Northwest Territory up to 300,000 acres.","Woods to share information about location of a salt spring in return for Ryerson purchasing about 5,000 acres of land around the spring in the Northwest Territory. Including memorandum of the approximate location of the salt spring.","For location of townships in the Northwest Territory.","For 21,000 acres of land in Ohio County.","To divide Woods' part of the land he obtains from his agreement with Thomas Ryerson concerning the salt spring and that McCulloch and Woods will also divide the land surrounding another salt spring McCulloch has discovered.","Scope and Contents Concerns Thomas Wilson, and the General Assembly. Tells Woods the act to establish a town at Wheeling, West Virginia passed, but the bill to divide Ohio County did not pass. Gives other legislative news.","Concerning a contract.","Concerning their land deals in the Northwest Territory.","For Lashley to lease Poage's land in return for clearing two acres.","Asking Woods to sell him his land in Kentucky if Woods is not going to live on it.","For Williams to lease land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning money he is collecting for Woods, and Henry Lee; and land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Questioning a land plat.","Rejecting Woods' offer for his land.","Concerning the position of creeks in a stretch of land; and military reservations.","Concerning his land purchases.","Asking Woods to attend to a legal dispute in return for one half the land in dispute if decided in Poage's favor.","Concerning the military land bill.","Concerning his proposed route.","Concerning military warrant land laws in Congress.","To convey two thirds of all lands recovered from military land warrants originally issued to William Harris and assigned to George Slaughter.","Concerning land deals.","Gives her sister family news and discusses religion.","Concerning military land warrants.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning family news and religion.","Concerning land owed by Ross in the Northwest Territory and his explanation of a law pertaining to military land warrants.","Scope and Contents Making a proposal for his land on the Ohio River. Includes account.","Sending power of attorney to sell land claims.","Scope and Contents Concerning money; a trip to Richmond; the death of his son; and a proposed visit by William Wilson. Also concerns money paid ? McCleery; and lands of ? Symes which needs a title from Congress.","Saying he has no land to sell and that the Congress lands sold at public sale in New York in which Hopkins was the nominal purchaser, probably now belong to William Duer.","Concerning lands in the Northwest Territory and Woods and Martin trying to be appointed to help survey the military lands.","Scope and Contents Concerning taxes on land in Harrison and Ohio County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed by ? Wood.","Telling Woods that Benjamin Cooper has settled on land conveyed from Woods' mother to Yeates' daughter. Yeates is satisfied with his land and suggests Woods purchase land in Kentucky.","To survey and return plot and certificate for land in Ohio County. Witnessed by James Wilson and includes affidavit of William Trigg.","Gives family news and mentions military land.","Offering to sell Woods his \"mill place.\"","Scope and Contents Giving family news and telling Poage someone wishes to buy his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","Concerns buying and selling land.","Concerning buying land.","Concerning buying land in Northwest Territory.","Describes water journey. Asks to have coat and horse sent.","Hoping that Woods con meet him in Morgantown.","Gives Woods an opinion he has gotten concerning patents.","Scope and Contents For 100,000 acres of land in Kanawha County, West Virginia","Scope and Contents Asking the recipient to inquire for William Hunley and ask him about a bond executed by Thomas McGeorge.","Concerning the death of their mother.","Concerning collection of money.","Concerning the collection of money.","Concerning the sale by Woods to Cloyd of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Concerning a legal dispute between ? Poage and an unidentified person over land title.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods Thomas Wilson has not arrived back in Morgantown and concerning Wilson's candidacy for Congress.","Scope and Contents Concerning Thomas Wilson's candidacy for Congress. Mentions Henry Lee.","Scope and Contents Concerning Henry Lee's debts and the illness of Lee's wife Ann Hill (Carter) Lee.","Concerning the conveyance of land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning money owed by Cloyd.","Concerning money owed to Yeates.","For them to patent land in the Northwest Territory in co-partnership.","To guarantee that Woods would convey to Conill land in Northwest Territory originally owned in co-partnership with Absalom Martin.","To divide land they purchased in co-partnership in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning Andrew Woods' business trip to Philadelphia.","Sends petitions by his son to Woods to be presented to the legislature. Wells is against the one for removing the seat of justice from Charleston. Lists what work has already been done there.","Sending a plat.","Requesting that Woods get land plats.","Discusses business of General Assembly and family affairs.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Archibald Woods by Henry Lee.","Stating he will send more information on the mission to France.","Listing terms upon which he will sell land.","Scope and Contents Concerning the lawsuit of Robert Poage v. Abraham Chapline, George Washington's declining to accept an appointment as a member of mission to France.","Requesting a warrant for military land. Expresses concern over Indians to west.","For one mare, one still and one yoke of oxen.","Giving family news.","Concerning an appointment Woods is requesting and the sale of land.","Concerning land in Kentucky they are interested in purchasing and selling.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to put three plats into the land office.","Asking Woods to get a land warrant from the Treasury land office.","Scope and Contents Concerns land business he is handling for Wilson, Mentions resolutions censuring Alien \u0026 Sedition Acts, petitions and the fact that the Court House stands at Wheeling.","Gives family news and discusses business.","Scope and Contents Defending passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts and discussing the bankruptcy bill.","Concerning money he is collecting for various individuals. Asks Woods to forward land patents to him. Asks Woods if he will run for General Assembly again.","For Watson to lease land in Ohio County.","For Ogden to lease twelve acres of land in Ohio County.","Of decisions at a court held March Term 1799.","Concerns building a house for Woods.","Gives family news.","To clean and fence twenty acres in the Territory in exchange for one hundred acres of land in Ohio County.","Concerning elections.","Telling Woods he is unable to pay him any money.","For Woods to sell to Moore and McClure 134 acres in the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to sell 300 acres to Tallman in Northwest Territory.","Requesting Woods' help in securing a place on the Council.","Ordering Woods to return arms.","Scope and Contents Discussing Randolph Academy. Gives family news and says Nehemiah? Creavens Cravens \"is crazy by this time.\"","He is unable to finish paying Woods for land.","Scope and Contents Asking him to come to Zac Sprigg's house to give depositions concerning a contested election for the General Assembly. Includes fragment, 1799 September 7, of a notice to Archibald Woods, Moses Shepherd, Zac Sprigg, George Moses and William Dement.","Discussing the transfer of a note for money owed by Woods from Breckinridge to George Cooper.","Chapline is unable to attend the muster. Orders Woods to command in his place.","Describing how survey is to be made out.","Tells Woods to make out certificate of survey to Henry Banks.","Discussing money and legal matters.","Scope and Contents Orders Woods to order a court martial for Lieutenant Thomas Gray on charges made by Captain Jacob Wetzel.","Expresses vehement opposition to Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.","On how to proceed with land business and military land warrants.","Request for flour.","Scope and Contents Concerning land in Kentucky sold to Richard Yeates.","Scope and Contents Concerning Benjamin Biggs, session of legislature and family news.","Asking for money Woods owes him.","Concerning 2,000 acres of land bought by Faw from Woods.","Attempts to tend to his uncle's business.","Concerning resolutions passed by opposition members of Virginia General Assembly.","Scope and Contents Concerns suing ? Payne for money owed Woods.","Location of Woods' warrants in the Northwest Territory.","Against letter by committee of opposition members of General Assembly.","Announcing Wilson's candidacy for the Virginia Senate.","Giving family news.","Scope and Contents Election returns for Monongalia County.","Concerning the execution of a writ.","For Low to lease the plantation (\"Greenfield\") on which Woods lives.","For Cravens and Tallman to build a house for Chapline.","Gives terms on which land in Northwest Territory is sold.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Concerning the candidacy of John J. Jacobs and Archibald Woods for Congress.","Making an offer for land.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning committee of Federalists and asking Federalists to vote.","Selling Woods a set of blacksmith's tools which are listed.","Scope and Contents Asking whether Henry? Lee ever surveyed the land Evans has laid a warrant on.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to give some money to George Poage and asking Woods if he is a candidate for Congress.","For Woods to sell 150 acres in the Northwest Territory to Eagleston.","Concerning a lawsuit between them.","Requesting title papers for John Poage and asking Woods to use his influence in preventing the removal of the district court.","Scope and Contents Vouching for William Tate who wishes to buy land in Ohio County for an inn or tavern?.","Thanking Woods for his offer to sell land to Cloyd at a reduced price.","Trying to find out when Woods will be going to the woods to survey.","Scope and Contents Informing Woods that ? Duvall had saved Woods' land from being sold for taxes and giving family news.","Giving family news.","Concerning a stolen horse.","Concerning the claim of Jacob Beason to land.","Asking Woods to pay taxes on McClenechan's land for him.","Criticizing Woods' dealings with him.","Encloses receipts for wheat and asks to be sent flour.","Demanding payment.","Wanting to buy land.","Concerning military land warrants and Robert Woods.","For Black to put a shingle roof on Woods' barn.","For Woods to lease Johnson and Hamblin land.","To take depositions in lawsuit of Robert Poage v. David Bradford in Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a lawsuit he is handling for Woods.","Concerning the location of land by military warrant.","Scope and Contents Concerning a court decision in High Court of Chancery in Woods? vs. Wilsonand Todd vs. executors of ? in Botetourt County Court.","States he has not moved yet, but there is a wagon road across the mountains to Fincastle. Is sending money owed to Woods but can not send all of it. Gives family news.","Scope and Contents Stating he will be going to Alexandria and Washington D.C. and will carry out business for Woods.","Telling about his crops and expressing Federalist sentiments.","Scope and Contents Concerns an injunction and money owed to Wilson. Included Polly Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods, giving family news.","Scope and Contents Requesting Ann (Poage) Woods' right of dower in land purchased from Woods by ? McNear.","Requesting deeds.","Announcing his intention to move.","Concerning David Yeates, a weaver.","Scope and Contents Concerning the deposition of Thomas Kenton in a land dispute and mentions Henry Lee.","Concerning a land dispute and the deposition of his mother Ann McGintry.","Includes memorandum, undated, concerning procedure in the lawsuit. Also includes memorandum, 1797 December 6, of Archibald Woods, concerning Abraham Chapline, legal advice, 1797 December 12, of Bushrod Washington; cover sheet, 1801 July 22 of L. Burfoot, sending letter of Daniel Call; and copy (made by P. Tinsley) of decree, 1805 September 28, of the Virginia Superior Court of Chancery in the lawsuit of Robert Poage vs. Abraham Chaplaine and David Bradford.","Concerning military land disputes.","Scope and Contents Concerns a lawsuit between ? McIntire and Archibald Woods and the debate in the General Assembly over the division of Kanawha County.","Concerning the Land Office bill. Deposition, 1802, of Archibald Woods in a land dispute.","For Woods to thirty-five acres to Hamblin and Witt. Hambler and Witt are to plant apple trees.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","For Woods to lease ninety acres of land to Dean. Dean is to take care of orchard.","Scope and Contents Concerning military land warrants. Asks if Whetsel Wetzel got his money \"for the Negro he sent down the River.\"","Scope and Contents Concerning Albert Gallatin and the Northwest Territory.","For Woods to lease to Johnson twenty-nine acres of land. Johnson is to take care of the fruit trees.","To change an agreement concerning the delivery of flour.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning land and the appointment of a magistrate.","Concerning the appointment of a magistrate.","Woods owes money for a subscription to Universal Gazette, a newspaper.","Concerning money owed to Woods.","Concerning land in the Northwest Territory.","Concerning land for Abraham Faw.","Ordering him to order all commissioned officers to meet at Wheeling for muster and training.","Creain is interested in purchasing land from Woods and Bowyer would like to rent some land.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed to Woods by Chapline. Includes William Gelaspie, Station Camp, Sumner County, Tenn. to Abraham Chapline, concerning money.","Scope and Contents Concerning ? Biggs' surveying.","Concerning the surveying of land in the Northwest Territory.","Scope and Contents Asking Woods to let Mark Jacobs live on land owned by Woods.","Requesting Woods to sell his land and it he has done so, to remit payments in pot metal.","Decides not to exchange land with Woods.","Has paid the tax on Woods' land to prevent sale for non-payment of taxes. Asks about worth of land he owns on Ohio River so he can sell or exchange it.","Giving news about his mill.","Concerning deed to land.","Thanking him for paying taxes on Woods' land.","Giving a description of Countyside. Joseph Woods is keeping a store. Gives price of flour.","Scope and Contents For Okey to lease thirty acres of land adjoining Captina Creek.","Concerning the milling of flour.","Concerning location of a salt spring and asking Woods to survey some land.","Offering to exchange some land with him.","Concerning a plot for David Hozack's land.","Concerning money owed to Woods for flour.","Concerning the location of a court house in Belmont, County, Ohio and land.","For Witt and Roberts to lease land in Belmont County, Ohio. Witt and Roberts are to preserve the orchard.","Concerning money owed Archibald Woods. Discusses the murder of an Indian trader.","Requesting planks.","Wanting to lease land from Woods.","Ordering him to order his battalion to report for training.","Is sending his wife to pay Woods.","Concerning a survey order.","Scope and Contents Concerning her arrival and health and Jane ?.","Concerning politics in Mississippi, French in New Orleans and price of goods in Natchez.","Scope and Contents Concerning the settlement of a debt between Spencer and Samuel Biddle.","Mentioning his poverty.","Concerning military warrant land.","Saying how much she is missed.","Scope and Contents Inquiring about military land located for ? Page.","Scope and Contents Concerning the Ohio legislature and the location of the courthouse of Belmont County, Ohio, the necessity of building a road to it, ferries and the Miami Exporting Company. Bears notes in another hand.","Scope and Contents Discusses Richard Yeates' land and family news.","Concerning a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning title to land owned by ? Graham.","Scope and Contents Telling Woods that Poage vs. Bradford \u0026 Chaplinecould not be tried in his district of the Virginia High Court of Chancery.","Concerning a law suit and a possible exchange of land.","Concerning the lawsuit of McIntire vs. Woodsin the Virginia High Court of Chancery. Gives his opinion of the Louisiana Purchase.","Concerning the building of a dam.","Concerning land in Ohio County surveyed by Woods for her husband.","Asking if Woods has sold his land for him. If so, please remit \"one ton of small castings, and the remainder in twenty gallon kettles without legs, for the purpose of salt-making.\"","Scope and Contents Saying he has sent Andrew Woods and an Indian trader up White River.","Concerning land.","Asking Woods to come make a survey.","Scope and Contents Concerning money owed Woods by Joseph? Tomlingson.","Concerning disputed land in Kentucky.","For Prittyman to lease land. Lease extended for another year.","Concerning land disputes between Woods and Yeates.","For money received.","Gives his opinions of Methodists.","Wants to exchange land with Woods.","For Cassat to pay Woods back for flour.","Giving family news.","Concerning the lawsuit of Poage v. Chapline.","Concerning William Croghan and land belonging to Woods in Kentucky.","Concerning Croghan's purchase of land owned by Woods.","Concerning death of Aggy Poage, other family news and election of Philip Doddridge.","Concerning flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge.","Requesting flour.","Ohio for Witt to rent land. Witt is to take care of the orchard.","Asking to buy the land he lives on from Woods.","Asking Woods to forward a letter for him.","For one moiety (half) of the first installment \u0026 surveying expenses for land in Northwest Territory offered for sale at Steubenville.","Gives family news, discusses Philip Doddridge and land speculation in Northwest Territory; and the \"conversion\" of the Presbyterian minister, William Wilson.","To convey land.","Requesting flour.","Concerning Philip Doddridge, the lawsuit of John McIntire vs. Wood,and Woods vs. Lewis.","Concerning a deed.","Concerning the location of a road.","Letter probably intended for Archibald Woods. Concerning the sale of land for taxes, the lawsuit of John Macker vs. Lewis Cragg.","Concerning their land dispute.","Offering to sell him burr mill stones.","That Edward Coats' son, William will become an apprentice to Hoover, a saddlemaker.","To split land in Kentucky if Pogue is successful in proving claim.","Ordering flour.","Concerning a lawsuit involving ? Fulton.","Concerning Betsy Woods and family news.","Bond of title to promise to convey 240 acres to the Ramseys.","Concerning the visit of Woods' daughter, a proposed trip to Augusta, and the possibility of Wilson running for Congress.","Has paid taxes owed on Woods' Kentucky land. Is interested in selling or exchanging 1200 acres of land on or near the Ohio River.","For Pergrin to lease 17 acres of land from Woods.","Concerning a note for money due Robert Woods.","For Reed and Edwards to lease a house and garden.","To convey to Nehemiah Cravens 300 acres of land in Ohio.","Tells of the birth of a daughter. \"The election is over \u0026 I am easy--when vice prevails and wicked men bear sway the post of honour is a private station;...\"","For Woods to sell 250 acres of land to Mothral and Mantooth.","Ordering flour.","Ordering flour.","Offering land for sale.","Concerning a lawsuit involving land.","For Deafabough to run a grist mill for Woods.","Concerning lawsuit of Woods v. William Lewisand McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking about Archibald Woods' health.","Requesting the health of his daughter and the lawsuit of McIntyre v. Woods.","Asking Woods to sell a slave for him.","Concerning the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning disputed land.","For Steenrod to sell one half of a tract of land containing one hundred and eighty acres.","For Ingledue to run a grist mill for Woods.","Discusses fever. Tells Woods one of deeds he has from him has no witness.","Tells his uncle he has moved.","Concerning a land dispute.","Concerning the lawsuits of McIntyre v. Woods and Woods v. Lewis.","Asking Woods to pay him for surveying.","Concerning taking wheat to his mill.","For McConnell to run a grist mill for Woods.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","That Patterson Ingledue's death was due to accident by the falling of a tree.","To settle the estate of Patterson Ingledue.","For Swiney to rent eighteen acres from Woods.","For land in Belmont County.","Has bought wheat for Woods.","Asks Woods to sell to his nephew his surveyor's compass.","Scope and Contents Concerning land Woods wants to purchase. Is concerned about his land in Ohio County, West Virginia","For Black to rent twenty-six acres from Woods.","For Witt to rent land from Woods.","For McConnell and Dean to rent ninety acres of land from Woods.","Concerning the sale of land.","Tells Woods the surveys he is asking about can not be found.","Requesting flour.","Asking about mill wheels.","For Black to build a house. Lists tasks Black is to perform.","For a temporary assignment of dower.","Concerning the delivery of mill wheels.","For Feay to sell one hundred acres of land to Milligan.","Money owed for subscription to United States Gazette.","Will try to aid Woods in the capture of a runaway slave.","Concerning the lawsuits of Poage v. Chapline \u0026 Bradford.Asks Call to represent Poage in the Court of Appeals.","Concerning land owned by Crogan in Ohio County.","Asking Woods to collect a debt from Caleb Reeves.","Concerning an injunction.","Trying to settle Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the location of a road.","Concerning the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning the lawsuit, Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Concerning land belonging to George Pepperly and the lawsuit Woods v. Lewis.","For Edmonds to lease twenty-nine acres from Woods.","Saying Richard Parriott wishes to buy McClandhan's land. Will trade a slave family for it.","Concerning Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning Humphrey Marshall; and Woods v. Lewis.","For Woods to deliver flour to the McClures.","Concerning an offer to settle McIntire v. Woods.","Scope and Contents Concerning land; and also slaves which had belonged to Harman Blennerhassett.","Scope and Contents Concerning Woods v. Lewis. Includes Patsey Houston, Natural Bridge, Virginia, to Archibald Woods, concerning a trip to see sister Polly McClung.","Scope and Contents Wants him to accompany Betsy to see Polly McClung.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis.","Agreeing to defend him in the lawsuit of McIntire v. Woods.","Asking Sheffey to take depositions in Woods v. Lewis.","For a still.","Scope and Contents Concerning the purchase of land and slaves from William McClandhan.","Carpenter is migrating to West. Will leave room in his wagon for Mathew Quick if Quick is interested. Asks Woods to give message.","Concerning the decision in the lawsuit of Woods v. Lewis.","Offering to sell land.","Concerning an appeal of the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","Concerning encumbrances upon the property of William Chapline.","Scope and Contents Concerning the route of the United States Road to Wheeling, West Virginia","Scope and Contents For an attachment against the estate of Moses Thompson. Includes plat, n.d., of land owned by John Lee and Archibald Woods.","For the conveyance of land from William Chapline to Woods.","Orders Woods to order companies to Wheeling for training.","Asks Woods to designate his military land so Bay can pay taxes on it.","Tells of birth of George Washington Wilson, sickness of many and death of Hezekiah Reader from fever. Wants sister to write and come to see her.","Scope and Contents Apology for not having written him concerning the decision in Woods v. Lewis.","For the conveyance of 331 1/2 acres of land in Ohio County.","Offering to deal for land.","Saying they will not pay an order for grinding wheat at Woods' mill.","Stating he will buy land from Woods.","Recounts his side of Woods v. Lewis and asks Blackburn to be his lawyer.","Scope and Contents Giving news about influenza in Lexington, Kentucky and discussing a land dispute. Alexander Mitchel to Thomas Dickerson, near Short Creek, Ohio County, West Virginia asking him if he saw Thomas Kennady in 1776 concerning land improvements.","Saying he has paid the tax due on Woods' land. People in Western part of state want to perpetuate seat of government at Chillicothe.","Scope and Contents Sending a deed and asking his opinion of the value of other land,","Edmonds is to take particular care of fruit trees.","Asking Woods to serve as executor in his plan to settle the estate of George Dement and to effect a settlement between the heirs of Dement and the heirs of Ignatious Sirums.","Scope and Contents Sending rent.","Scope and Contents Stopped sale of Woods' land for taxes.","Scope and Contents Concerning land bought by Samuel Lewis.","Asks Woods if he has made up his mind about a bargain.","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents Also includes a memorandum of Archibald Woods concerning power of attorney.","Tells Woods to send down flour.","Concerns a missing arms shipment.","Still interested in Woods' land.","Okey is concerned about Woods' lawsuit against Timmons.","Tells Woods he has been denied change of venue in Woods v. Lewis.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to pay taxes on land he William Croghan owns. Wants to know about John? McIntire who purchased George Rogers Clark's right to land on Ohio.","Scope and Contents Desiring to buy land from Woods.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Evans is concerned about a land claim he has.","Wants Woods to report on his land to him, since Hill desires to settle on it.","Scope and Contents It is the opinion of several people that Woods' flour is unfit for market. \"Mr. Miller states that all the flour in Charlestown, that was made before September is sour and unfit for market.\"","Has asked for continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Blackburn other directions in handling the case.","Scope and Contents Including a memorandum of agreement (witnessed by C. Hammond and George Knox).","Offers Negro slaves to Woods in exchange for land. Describes the slave families.","Hough has checked Woods' land for taxes due.","Asks Moore if he knows about location of U.S. road. Wants to be appointed a commissioner to lay road out in Ohio.","Assures Woods his offer of slaves will not injure Woods' claim in Woods v. Lewis.","Orders Woods to draft 46 men.","Has no Negroes to sell. Wants Woods to survey some land for him.","In compliance with order, has militia company together.","Wants to meet with Woods to buy land.","Scope and Contents Offers to settle money owed him in wheat. Includes Archibald Woods to George Hancock, concerning slaves Hancock wishes to sell. Woods discusses prices.","An application was made to change venue in Woods v. Lewis. It failed. Has heard of no application since. Johnson had small pox. Cannot issue subpoena for witness.","Orders flour.","Gives information and advice on Woods v. Lewis.","Edmonds is to take particular care of the fruit trees and orchard.","Scope and Contents Asks what Woods wants him to do in a lawsuit involving land. \"We are advised by William McKinley that he has been pressed into the electioneering campaign--the conduct of Gen'l J. G. I--in this respect must be as bad as an English press gang--poor MC is to be pitied.\"","Scope and Contents Sorry to hear her sister has been unwell, brother Billy's wife has consumption. \"Nancy Wilson has two sons. I think she breeds well...I was surprised when Mr. hood informed me that Brother Bob was with you. I should be very glad to see him provided he could be sober and rational.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls.","Ordering Woods to order his Battalion to Wheeling for training.","Scope and Contents Undertook to get paper needed in Woods v. Lewis from Sweet Springs. Found he had to go on to Munroe Monroe C.H. Papers not ready. Clerk issued order that he would send papers. Case was docketed in Rockbridge. Subpoena issued for Patrick.","Offers to locate military land for Nicholas' warrant.","Wants the patents for the 17,000 acre survey belonging to the partnership, so he can inquire about taxes due on it.","Sickness prevented sending deeds. Asks for money Woods owes him.","Scope and Contents Introduces Noah Zane. Zane is the bearer of remonstrances counteracting remonstrances from Pennsylvania on the subject of the National road. Describes route the commissioners laid out. Hopes that route will be kept.","Wants to borrow money.","Scope and Contents Sent receipts which Woods has failed to get. Asks Woods to take \"best matters\" action. Wishes Woods not to be uneasy about the money he owes Woods. Expects to make a payment this fall.","\"Brother Archibald \u0026 myself having made an alteration in our agreement respecting this place on which I live, it is necessary our article in your hands should be destroyed...\"","According to list of military claims, there is none due Andrew Robinson. Thanks Woods for paying taxes on his land Ohio County. Asks Woods to continue until land can be sold and try to find purchaser.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis will probably be tried in September. Papers have not yet arrived.","Scope and Contents She is pregnant. Had expected a visit this summer. Includes Polly Wilson to Eliza and Polly Woods. Wants them to write.","Scope and Contents Defends his treatment of Woods' son, Alpheus in school. \"If Franklin (Woods' other son) to exculpate himself, has represented to you that I did not pay the same attention to him, that I did to others, I assure you that he wronged me.\" Assures Woods he will do all in his power for his improvement. Lists subjects he will be offering.","Scope and Contents Sends Franklin and Alpheus Woods home. Defends Thomas Glisson as a teacher.","Has omitted entering the land. Lists entries.","Orders Woods to order his battalion to Wheeling for training.","Has sent deed. Please remit money.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis has been continued until April. General Breckenridge and Allen Taylor did not attend the exposition of General Preston. Fears the loss of Sheffey at next term.","There has been a continuance in Woods v. Lewis. Afraid he can not attend the trial in the spring due to serving in Congress.","Lewis has obtained a postponement in Woods v. Lewis.","Death of Betsy Poage. Summarizes national politics and rumors of Europe.","Scope and Contents Woods v. Lewis is continued. Injunction has been granted. Encloses subpoena.","Scope and Contents Has never heard from Woods about his claims for land in Woods' County. William Oldham will handle it.","Offers Negro slaves for sale, Easther, Harry \u0026 Nancy as well as a \"lad\"; and a \"girl,\" 7 years old. Describes their abilities.","Scope and Contents Sends commission. \"I never wished to hold an office that I was not thought worthy of, if you thought me incapable of discharging my duty or unworthy of promotion I will ask you why did you not communicate your objection to me before the Court Marshall martial.","Scope and Contents Asks one of them to pay taxes on Archibald Woods' land.","Scope and Contents Gives directions in taking General Breckinridge's deposition. Recounts proposals from George Hancock. Proposes his grounds for a settlement.","Gives his price for a slave, Jacob.","Includes receipt for Zac. Sprigg.","Birth of Louisa Ann. \"Mrs. Kerns the ladys wedding you was at when you was here shews the fruits of her marriage verry plain.\" Includes Polly Wilson to Woods girls. Invites them for a visit. \"Betsy you cannot get anybody to have you where you are known.\" Lists recent weddings.","If Woods can come to his (Thomas Warman) mothers he will take five dollars less. He cannot come to Woods","Enlow is to clear land, repair a cabin, build a stable and repair fences.","He owns no land in US Military District, north of the Scioto. A Capt. John Brown did own a quarter township, but suspects it has been sold. He owns 8 or ten thousand acres in tracts of 1000 acres which he would sell. Describes one tract. Price is three dollars per acre but would accept \"two or three young negro men at valuation in part payment.\" Two \u0026 half dollars per acre for other tracts.","Has sent deed to Mr. Chambers of Kentucky. Requests Woods to rent a plantation for him. Pay taxes due on it.","Sends information on the murder and names of the children of D. Bradford.","Since he has resolved to leave Morgantown, he wants Woods to remit money. \"There is not I believe any part of the civilized world where education is thought so little of as this place.\" Asks questions about the Wheeling area. Can produce testimonies.","Sold Noah Linsly interest in Capteen bottom.","Owns a quarter section of military land. Gives terms and location.","Business with Woods' son, Thomas. Asks for more time.","Sends wheat and cotton Woods requested. Don't send corn or meal. Do send bran.","Will sell lands at Fishing Creek to Woods' neighbor for cash if offer is high enough.","Doesn't understand why he didn't receive all the money due him from Woods. Has been sick.","Reports on various schools in his County.","Detailed description of how it is to be built.","Will send record of Woods v. Lewis(300 pages) when Woods remits fee of forty-five dollars.","Has purchased a farm 3 miles from Morgantown. \"The people in my neighborhood are perfectly indifferent about the education of their children so that I cannot expect to derive anything from tuition among them.\" Would come to Wheeling if three hundred dollars could be procured. If not, will open school at his farm. Pledges to be attentive to Franklin Woods (Woods' son.)","Gives Woods advice on how to recover costs from John McIntire. Will attend Woods v. Lewis at Rockbridge Superior Court.","The two young men who contracted with Shepherd for flour have been at all mills and cannot get flour. Will have to give you the price you ask.","Salutation is \"Dear Andrew.\" Wishes him to write respecting the receipts for costs in the suit with the Wilson's and Harbison's bond. \"As I of late feel my constitution decline, my wish is as far as possible to draw my concerns to a close. Ask George] Hancock to have business in Botetourt with Wilson's settled.\" \"have not got my business with Lewis finally settled as yet...\"","Presented receipts to ? Wilson. He would not refund the money. Left receipts and letter with George Hancock. \"I start in a few days for Kentucky with my little family \u0026 small portion of this world's goods--my wife Elenor has been in a bad state of health since early spring. My mother \u0026 brother Andrew also are in bad health as usual. Write if you receive this letter. Address letter to Lincoln County near Stanford Kentucky.\"","Lists officers elected by company.","Scope and Contents Offers to sell stills","Wants to meet him in Staunton.","Lists terms on which he will settle with Lewis.","Introduces ? McKnight who claims land in Ohio County.","Terms upon which he will sell his farm, mill, dwelling house and distillery.","Terms on which Josiah Dillon will pay Bank of Marietta.","Terms upon which the directors will accept payment of Dillon's debt.","Woods will take up Dillon's note on Bank of Marietta. Dillon will convey house and lot to Woods. Dillon will convey residue of property to George Paull.","Has offered for Congress. Chancellor made decree in Woods v. Lewis. Decree is agreeable to last verdict.","Questioning whether a judgment against Josiah Dillon in federal court is a lien against property he has bought from Woods.","Asks Poage to collect money due in execution of decree in Woods v. Lewis. Gives Poage directions about collecting it.","Intends to get money to Woods.","Wants McClandhan to collect money due on execution against William Lewis. Includes Archibald Woods to James Breckinridge.Woods blames Breckenridge for not paying over money owed him by William Lewis.","Scope and Contents Hughes received fee who will handle Woods' business with Bell. Pogue obtained judgment for 7,000 dollars against ? Brown. Gives family news.","Wants to know if ? Hughes brought suit against Benjamin Bell for him. It not, will employ Alexander Marshall next.","Describes college at Canonsburgh.","Wants all papers pertaining to lease of a piece of property sent to him.","Has purchased property of John Thompson. Woods is at liberty to make use of his house after expiration of the lease.","Requests pay for services as adjutant in 4th Regiment of Virginia militia.","Recounts his difficulty in obtaining money.","Has had no further account from Staunton. \"I had expected to see Genll Paull present my compliments to ? and tell him to be so good as to procure a copy of your Constitution on Regulations of your Library and forward to me as soon as possible as I am to report on that subject for our town is establishing a library.\"","Encloses a decree against William Lewis. Clerk has failed to certify when the injunction was granted.","Scope and Contents Cannot be at election in Ohio County, West Virginia Hopes his opponent will not exceed him in that County more than 30 votes.","Wants ? Woods (son of Archibald Woods) to come next week if he is coming to live with him. Will leave terms up to McLure.","Brown wants to rent house. Wants a sign and four beds and complains of rent being too high.","George Paull had held deed of trust on two lots in St. Clairsville, Ohio for money owed Bank of Marietta by Dillon. Paull is deeding property to Woods to discharge the deed of trust. Edward Bryson. Includes affidavit of William Farris, Junior.","Horse bought by White or his brother in St. Clairsville, Ohio stands on lot bought by Woods from Josiah Dillon.","Gives family news.","Shall be engaged at Judge Lockwood fitting out a boat. Mortgage must be recorded.","Asks Woods to survey land to divide farm between Chapline and Evans.","Lewis has deposited money with General James Breckinridge for Woods' claim. ? Walker previous to going to Kentucky left memo respecting Woods' suit with Wilson. No bill was filed.","Results of election between William McKinley and Wilson.","Has not heard from lawyers concerning Woods vs. Lewis. Thomas Wilson is elected to Congress.","Lists tasks and prices.","Concerns the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull and the validity of Woods' title to Dillon's property.","Asks if copy of decree in Woods v. Lewis has been forwarded.","Noah? Linsly has decided against Woods and Paull concerning the discharge of the deed of trust by Paull selling Dillon's lots to Woods.","Transmits payment to discharge note.","Concerning the price of a hopperboy for a flour mill.","Apologizes for delay. Called away by death of a friend in Baltimore. Has sent copy of decree to clerk of Monroe so he can issue execution.","Wants James Paull to send him a pair of pigs.","Sends decree in Woods v. Lewis.","Issued against property of Amos Shearman and Joseph Ferroi in the lawsuit of Matthew Kerr v. Ferroi.","Appoints Woods president of a court-martial to try James G. Laidley for disorderly behaviour and disobedience of orders at the 113th Regiment. \"Also for conspiring with his subaltern officers previous to said muster to be disorderly on the day of said muster.\" Includes Benjamin Biggs, certifying he did employ John Finney to summons the officers to attend the trial of Laidley.","Scope and Contents Requests Erwin pay forty-two dollars to ? Evans for license to rise hopperboy at Woods' mill. \"The mill stands on Wheat's run a branch of Wheeling Creeke in Ohio County...\"","Scope and Contents Sends bill of complaint for Woods to answer in  Wilson's Executors v. Woods.","Instructed by Lieutenant Governor \"to inform you that commissions cannot issue...until it shall be specified...what vacancies they are to fill; or if for a new company that also should be specified.\"","Signed by George William Smith, Lieutenant Governor and Jno W. Pleasants. Includes Benjamin Biggs attesting that Andrew Howlett had taken oath as captain.","Scope and Contents Needs oats from Woods.","Joseph Cloyd's wife and daughter died. Houston's \"son Andrew got a cut on his knee last winter which had nearly taken his life.\" Gives other family news.","Concerning Woods vs. Lewis and Wilson's heirs vs. Woods.","Scope and Contents Has made an alteration in the promissory note Woods sent for him to sign. Includes of John Anderson, undated., to Archibald Woods, Ohio County, West Virginia Robert Anderson is not willing that John Anderson should quit his work before harvest so Woods can expect them July 15.","Orders Woods to order regiment to Wheeling for muster.","Has collected 792 dollars in execution granted in Woods v. Lewis. Marshall has taken all the personal property of William Lewis. Let him know how to transmit money.","For Woods to lease the stone house and stable to be built. Describes how stable is to be constructed.","Sent articles written for.","Sends sympathy for death of Archibald Woods' son. Unable to attend funeral.","Pleased with executive appointment of a judge for our circuit. Try to block appointment of ? Jackson by legislature. Thinks Congressional session will be long and boisterous. His reception in Woods' County has made impressions on his mind.","Meix agrees to build a barn for Evans. Description of how it is to be built.","Offers land for sale adjoining land owned by Woods at the mouth of Capteen Creek.","Notifies Woods that a note of Michael Cresap, endorsed by Woods is due and unpaid.","Zebu Warner is indebted to Woods for rent. Gives Griffith options on how to handle the collection. Includes Archibald Woods to Zebu Warner. Concerns rent owed to Woods. See Folder 656 for documents of 1811 October 8.","Laments loss of Woods' son. Not able to make any statement with respect to Woods' account with George Poage without assistance of Woods' papers. Includes receipt from J. Russle ? to David Banes? for wheat to the account of Archibald] Woods.Includes fragment of an account.","If Woods has made purchase of the Jughandle Mills, write him and he will send Woods a draft of his proportion of the half.","Spoke to R. ? Thompsonwho is considered one of the best house-carpenters here respecting the undertaking of your house. The Republican ticket succeeded in all three members with a majority of two to three hundred votes.","Scope and Contents Has learned by George Paull that Mr. Lewis has sold his land. Informed a proposition is made by Mr. Lewis to pay to William Poageof Augusta for Woods. Thanks McClandhan for his friendly aid in having the business brought to a close. Speculates on other terms.","Scope and Contents Concerns taxes on land in Ohio County owned by Cloyd family and by Matthew Houston.","Wants Woods to make him some flour.","Asks that he look for patents for George and Isaac Kelly.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to tell him how to go about military patents. Has visited the President and also attended the House of Madam. At next interview with President intends to mention the Road. Many petitioners praying to be relieved from injuries sustained under the nonimportation law. Affair of the Chesapeake settled. Determined representation for the states. The \"Harriet\"; sails in a few days with messengers to England and France. Mr. Taylor son of John Taylor goes to England and Mr. Biddle son of Clement Biddle goes to France. \"it is hard to say what course our great men will take. I believe...leaders know not what to do. Not do I know who is to be the leader. I believe in Caucus it was determined to elect Henry Clay, speaker and they did elect him.\" Describes Clay.","Has about thirty-five feet of pipes now by him and expects to set another kiln next week when he expects to have Woods' in it. Wants to know what other kind, of ware Woods would wish to be sent along with them. \"Here let me remark that Mr. Wales opinion of stone ware pipes is higher than ever \u0026 he regrets that the town of Steubensville does not use them instead of wood.\"","To assign and transfer to Archibald Woods twenty shares in Bank of Steubenville.","Gives his recollection of a transaction between himself and John McClure. Mr. Reed's young daughter died. Have searched for cloth.","Apologizes for being so long, in making his returns because he couldn't understand it. Includes Andrew Howlett to Archibal] Woods, 1811 December 30. Has sent returns by Moses Chapline.","Concerns settling Woods v. Lewis. \"Beware of being taken in as all those people are Great Sharpers. Beware of going in any barter or bargain with them. If possible they will try to pawn some old or good for nothing Negroes on you, or some other old stuff or bad bonds.\"","Scope and Contents Received four hundred dollars from William Lewis. Taken a bond on Burwell. Not knowing the amount of the Execution nor Credits, could not go into a final settlement. Can have it credited to execution by writing clerk of Monroe or attorney.","Thanks Ann Woods for sending Patty up. Glad to hear of Betsy's safe delivery. \"if I live as long as the first week in May and no accident happens I expect to have an addition to my family, already too large, but when we have them we are sorry for to part with them.\" Misses her husband who is in Congress. Hope he returns in March, but if they declare war he may be detained a month or two longer.","Presented draft to Sheffey. Mentioned \"the establishment of the Road to his Majesty but have no answer to the point.\" Discusses increase in military establishment. Bills on Navy laid on table to make room for land force. Wilson voted no to raising 25,000 soldiers. Asks what the people think. Doubts leaders. Thinks war will ensue.","Has received draft to settle Woods v. Lewis. Has to be sent back to William Poage to obtain proper endorsement. \"We hear of nothing here but war...\" Lists bills concerning raising troops. President will not act on the U.S. Road, saying there is no money to expend.","Is making enquiries about a 3000 acre tract of military land in Ohio County. Asks if land has been sold for taxes.","For Evans to sell his farm to Eoff. Evans is also to convey his interest in the ferries across the Ohio River and across Wheeling Creek.","Prescribing the uniform of the Virginia militia.","Encloses patent to Woods. Asks for recommendations for officers in \"our (to be made Army)\". Rage for war has subsided. Looks for proposition to repeal non-importation law. Houses passes bill to repair old frigates. Mentions William Branch Giles.","Would survey his land but had to attend Superior Court at Wheeling. Makes proposal for 200 to 250 acres. Offer is eight gallons good whiskey and one dollar per acre. He offers flour. Draws plat to explain offer.","Person who delivers letter is authorized to sell land for General James Allen and Col. David Allen. Discusses past dispute with Woods over land in Kentucky he bought from Woods.","Building a sawmill. Thinks Mallory should have house he is renting taken from him. Doesn't know anyone else to rent it to. Benjamin Ruggles wants Paull to go in with him and others on laying out a town, (Woodsfield?)","Has heard rumors that political enemies may try to have election for clerk set aside if they lose. Suggests that Robert Woods as eldest magistrate to require sheriff to summons all magistrates to elect a clerk for County court in place of Moses Chapline, deceased. Suggests form to use.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","Has received Woods recommendations for commissions as officers. Trouble raising money. Considered salt tax. \"The 'Constitution' has returned ten days \u0026 no report of anything from England and France.\" Sheffey has paid no money.","Doesn't have time to consider offer for land. Prefers bank stock to land. Prefers cash to bank stock. If others sell out, he does not wish to be backward. Does not think Archibald Woods' offer for his interest in Botetourt includes what he will receive from Elijah Woods. Wants Brother James Woods to appoint attorney to settle price of land Robert Woods is to have from Joseph Woods and make a deed.","Discusses British spy, John Henry. \"It is not yet determined who is to be next President. DeWitt Clinton is spoken of.\" April elections will express public mind.","Discusses land owned by David and James Cloyd and Matthew Houston in Ohio County. In Woods v. Lewis. Lewis has sold land to ? Burwell. Lewis has paid $7,000 to William Poage. James Greenlee married Miss ? Paxton.","Defends his handling of Woods business in the suit of Woods v. Lewis.","Tells Woods he can expect an embargo. Asks him to let ? Shepherd and all friends know.","Lists officers to be commissioned. Has enclosed documents \"for the information of the people.\" Forwarded report on subject of U.S. Road. Doesn't expect anything to be done concerning road west of Monongahela. Not at liberty to say more about embargo. Received no more money from Sheffey.","Has not gotten a person to go see Windle for purpose of making a purchase. Has not gotten survey made of Capteena land.","Sending John McLure to collect $7,000 left by William Lewis. has written clerk of Monroe County to stay execution until November.","Robert Woods (uncle) wishes to purchase 200 acres of land from him. Price is $1,600. Has written father to give Archibald Woods a power of attorney. Owes Robert Woods. In addition owes $3,000-4,000 in Kentucky.","Asks to be recommended to be appointed a major in army to be raised in Ohio.","Sheffey does not find it convenient to give a settlement at this time.","Asks that bearer be paid thirty-nine dollars.","Has seven thousand dollars as part of the execution against William Lewis in Woods v. Lewis.","Needs to enter quarters of land?. Includes document of Archibald Woods. Asking that volunteers for the army be encouraged. Tells what pay and rations soldiers will receive.","Has seen Battial Harrison who has the Virginia military land warrants. Will make some proposition. James Paull has gone to Richmond. Would rather deal with Paull.","Introduces Henry Greene who wishes to obtain advice respecting the validity of a claim of land.","Needs brick to mend a hearth. Asks for late newspapers.","Resigning his office in the Wheeling Light Infantry. Woods has written two names on the letter as possible replacements for Pannill.","Reports on the measurement of lumber. Does not like quality of the boards.","Wishes to know if Woods intends to let him have Mr. Ramsey's place.","Put advertisement in paper for sale of town lots and sent notices.","At the first muster of the Wheeling Light Infantry, ensign of the company made known his intention to decline serving in the company in the capacity of an officer longer than five years from the date of his commissions. Company elected a replacement, John Richardson and recommended him to be appointed. Includes Archibald Woods, listing possible officers.","Had sent commission to Jno Richardson to be ensign in Wheeling Light Infantry. Since Richardson has been accused in affidavit by ? Zane of saying he would not interfere if slaves in eastern part of state rose up and murdered their masters, he should return his commission.","Scope and Contents Recommends Mr. Ross to repair public arms. Woods has written on the letter: William Ross at Frederick Town on Monongala River, Washington County, Pennsylvania","Enclosed will gives the course of the war. Woods' son, Thomas, stayed with him. Thinks it's high time for Congress to adjourn.","Still wants $1600 for the land he is offering to Robert Woods. News about Andrew Woods, Robert Woods, and John M. Walker.","Wants to rent horse pasture.","Tells Woods to have the public arms repaired.","Answer to a letter from Sheffey concerning Woods' manner of collecting money due him in Woods v. Lewis. Includes earlier draft of above. .","Encloses copy of Daniel Sheffey's statement which Woods thinks is incorrect. Tries to understand the statement. Thinks majority of people are opposed to war. Cannot raise troops, as commander of 4th Regiment, Virginia militia. Has on company volunteers, one company drafted. Wife had large son, William. Nearly cost her her life.","Whiskey Woods has sold him is indifferent. Discusses salt works. Cannot hire or sell slave because he has a sore leg.","Cannot accept price Caldwell proposes for land. Gives his offer.","Orders Woods to order his regiment to Wheeling for training.","Unable to raise money owed to Woods.","Thanks Woods for paying taxes for him. Sends money by son, John Croghan. Mentions George Croghan. Will consider exchanging land with Woods after he gets necessary information.","Scope and Contents Asks questions concerning impressment of camp kettles, axes, and wagons. \"The troops from this Regiment are to meet at this place on Tuesday next and will proceed in boats to the place of Destination, on Wednesday if possible, say Thursday at farthest. I shall be happy to meet and accompany the troop from your Regiment.\" Late orders authorize the Col. commanding to provide for the transportation of the baggage. \"My opinion is that wagons should be procured in each regiment, they can be sent by water to point pleasant, the horses by land, the camp kettles so far as we may stand in need will be taken from Mr. Dutty... Keel Boats going to Kenhawn for salt can be procured if you can engage but I have as yet engaged by one, three will be necessary.\"","Understands Woods' men are to meet this day at Wheeling. Sends Capt. Russel to receive from information as to boats for the transportation of the troops and also as to provisions. \"Say five days Rations of bread and salt pork of Bacon, ready cooked, my wish being to go on Day and Night if possible until we arrive at Point Pleasant.\"","To raise supplies for families of soldiers. Includes minutes of a meeting of citizens of Richmond, Manchester and their vicinities held at the Capitol. Resolved that name of association be \"The Society for promoting the success of the War against Great Britain.\" Lists duties of the association, including the appointing of a standing committee in each town and County.... 2 pages.","Scope and Contents To Capt. Lewis Bonnet to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure, William Irwin, and John Feay, that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00. Includes, Archibald Woods, certifying above. Includes warrant from Archibald Woods, to Benjamin Jefferies, to impress a keel boat. Includes affidavit of John McLure that the value of the service of the keel boat is $50.00.","Notifying Woods that a note endorsed by him for Morgan Jones is due and unpaid.","Has received, in the absence of the Governor, Woods' letter, asking to have made at Wheeling, arms for a troop.","Will attend court martial and pay his fine if it's proved he should have gone when called.","Will leave home in a week for Washington. Should be glad to hear result of your election for electors. Expects peace ticket to have a large majority in his County.","Tries to make arrangement with Woods concerning stoneware and earthenware. Unable to get salt he needed for his manufacture.","Proposes to start a newspaper with the press to be in Wheeling.","Madison ticket had a majority of 92. Stephen Van Rensselaer has met with a defeat. Has been informed that Return Jonathan Meigs has been insulted by the common soldiers and almost afraid of times at times to leave his quarters lest he might meet with insults.\" \"I am anxious to hear if peace is expected or if we must go on in this destructive war. If it is to continue God help the nation for in many places, the people are ready almost to cut other throats.\" Cites examples. Will write Daniel Sheffey for account with William Lewis.","Will sell land for $12,000.","Thinks militia are expensive and ruinous. Thinks they can provide little real service \"as well might you put unbroken Horses to a Wagon--they possess the strength \u0026 spirit--but they will not pull together.\" sees no prospect of speedy termination of the war. \"the Administration which makes War does rarely make peace.\" Discusses War Hawks. Anxious to hear about Virginians in Western Army. Will present statement to Daniel Sheffey.","Concerns Cloyd military lands in Ohio County.","Gives directions for morning and evening parades.","Gives family news and news of household activities.","Woods should rent to ? Hollister. Terms are too high for Okey.","Has spoken to General S. Smith about lands in Wheeling. Land is owned by James A. Buchanan of Baltimore. \"No doubt the Papers give you an account how our Generals in the North have managed their campaigns . Was ever a Nation cursed with such officers.\" Secretary of Navy has resigned. Gives makeup of regiments and number. Thinks too many. \"We attempt more than we can do well.\"","Concerns politics in Ohio.","Sends statement concerning execution in Woods v. Lewis. Asks Hamilton to try to see execution and aid him in obtaining his money.","Transmitting advice of council that any artillery companies who are furnished with gun carriages may build sheds to protect them.","Scope and Contents For Woods to rent land (including orchard) to Cunningham.","Has received Woods' letter. Lands on Wheeling Creek belong to heirs of his father. If Woods will make proposition, Buchanan will submit it to the heirs.","Mentions Buchanan attitude toward selling land. Has received no news from James Winchester concerning River Raisin defeat. Disagrees with conduct of the war....\"but you and I have it not in our power to regulate these things; but with the people we should speak a language which should be heard even? in the recesses of the palace.\"","For Woods to rent land to the Varneys. Woods is to supply livestock and utensils.","Asks Woods to suspend collection of fine against him because his son failed to attend regimental court.","Concerns Woods v. Lewis.","\"You may expect something like an Embargo before we rise.\" Expects tax bills to go up. Has put letter before Secretary of War.","To be partners in purchasing flour for export to New Orleans or elsewhere.","Apparently, two commissions have been served to same person. Woods describes the two men.","Thanks Woods for saying he will tend to paying the taxes on his land. Since Woods title to land in Kentucky is disputed, he does not want to exchange.","For Barnett to build a log house. Gives details on how house is to be built.","Promise to give possession of a house and lot.","Request to let John D. seaman have flour.","Needs lime to finish house.","To sell Barrit land.","Scope and Contents Concerns whiskey.","Has concluded a bargain with William Sharpless for house and lot. Troops have mounted. Col. Perkins has resigned. Paull expects to be colonel.","Concerns opening a road from Woodsfield to Marietta, Ohio.","Scope and Contents Making arrangements to sell property to William Sharpless in event he does not return from war. Intends to go into mercantile business. Have drawn clothing for 27th Regiment and tomorrow start for upper Sandusky and the Lower Sandusky.","Includes affidavit of Josiah M. Smith.","Troops are getting ready to march.","Describes difficulties in provisioning troops.","Woods' letter apparently miscarried. Must prepare for a campaign in September.","Concerns payments for barrels of flour?.","Lists repairs (and cost) to muskets and certifies that Adam Keller did the work.","Settling of accounts.","Trying to locate Betsy and arrange for her to be sent home.","Asks Woods to make a survey.","Orders Woods to order troops for muster.","Concerns selling a house and lot to Sharpless.","Thinks Woods' son, Franklin, can get an appointment in militia. Thinks serving will be good for him.","Concerns sale of house and land to a Mr. Mallory.","Scope and Contents Franklin Woods arrives. Gen. William Henry Harrison appointed him a third lieutenant. Paull gives his philosophy about serving in the army. Gives instructions about selling house and lot to Sharpless.","Sorry to hear of ill health of Mrs. Paull. Surprised to hear that Franklin had enlisted. Discusses war. \"This war of glory or glorious war-which appears to be attended with every calamity defeat and disaster that ever in any shape befell any country ancient or modern-how is it? Are nations punished in proportion to their demerits?...I never once for a moment supposed that the contemptible province of Upper Canada peopled by semibarbarians could have held the United States at bay for more than a year-and even make inroads upon us--\"","Sends forty-one guns and thirty six cartridge boxes.","Charges that Roberts tried to avoid danger withdrew himself from Tyamochta and allowed the baggage of his company to be lost; let tobacco, coffee and chocolate be traded for sale and let other baggage be left and lost; said men did not have to serve past 22nd of March; and used threatening language to a captain. Signed by David Pugh.","Scope and Contents Wants Linsley to try to settle an agreement made with ? Ross.","Mentions Oliver Hazard Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie.","Asks Woods aid in helping a Mr. Dear enter land.","Signed by B. D. adjutant.","Concerns cutting trees and Woods' accusations that Holister has wasted nails and boards.","Malory has had trouble entering lands at Woodsfield. Barber wants to encourage settlers.","Discusses battle at Moravian Town Battle of the Thames. Includes general orders congratulating the troops after the battle of Moravian Town, Michigan.","Petitions are doing very well perhaps concerning a division of Belmont County, Ohio. Barretts have not yet marked out the road. George Swaney has not marked road. Wife wants to move back to river. Would like to rent from Woods.","Requests that Mrs. Woods acknowledge release of dower to his deed.","Sympathizes with Woods' rheumatism. Has resigned his pastoral charge and preaches only occasionally. Gives family and neighbor hard news. Only chance for peace is defeat of Bonaparte. Gives a calculation of no peace before 1866. Recommends George Stanley Faber's book on prophecies. Conrad Speece is preacher.","Gives excuses for why he has not paid money or salt to Woods.","Includes affidavit, (witnessed by George Knox, Alexander Chaplinand Benjamin W. Mahan) of Joseph Spencer that he will not challenge the title of Woods to the land.","Arrived in Detroit \"the second of October after a long and tedious march of about 30 days from camp Seneca. The 27th Regiment has taken quarters in this place for this Winter which was very lucky for the officers having lost all their clothing.\" Has been sick with bilious fever. Learning duties of a Lieutenant.","Parks is to pay fifty flour barrels annually.","Is concerned about Betsy's ill health. Her family is well. She has eight children.","Needs flour.","Says it is second time he has written Woods to come for money. Asks to have deed drawn in Huey Gilliland's name.","Sends to Woods for money.","Letter from Gen. Lewis Cass indicates troops are sickly--upwards for 2,000 are down. Has sent Woods an old deed of trust.","Concerns possible repeal of a law creating a new County?. ? Hammond has written William Sharpless advising him to take Paull's property.","Requests for flour.","Concerns money ? McCluney hopes to recover in a law suit.","Concerns creation of and location of courthouse in Monroe County, Ohio. Did not pass lower house.","Expects an attack before spring by British and Indians. Illness among troops","Making excuses for John Wheeler who has been unable to attend musters.","Wants to buy white oaks from Woods.","Has received $200 from Daniel Sheffey. Requests family news. \"the Democrats here are very sanguine in expectation of peace. I think the probability is that if Clay's oratorial powers can avert it he will.\"","Concerns creation of new County i.e. Monroe. Road has not been marked.","Signed by James Harbour, Governor. Registered by J. W. Pleasants. Bears seal of Virginia.","Concerns selection of Wheeling.","Change in law for time of training.","Asks Woods if he has purchased the place which Joseph Ramsey purchased.","Obligated to attend at West Liberty on business of Wheeling Bank. Capt. Howlett is gone to Washington. Lt. Brady will attend for him. Howlett's opinion is that companies of Capt. Jeffries, Gratehouse, Frazier, and Howlett compose the upper Battalion.","Requesting terms a tract of land may be purchased on.","Doubts if appointment of M. J. White as president of a bank to be organized by the Ohio Company? would be good.","Has gotten commissioners to lay out road from Marietta to Monroe County line. Needs information from Woods on where a road from Woodfield ought to intersect.","Requests Woods' presence at a stockholders meeting.","Received Woods' letter advising of Chapline succeeding against Cresap. Sending money by his son, John, to reimburse Woods for payment of land taxes. Knows nothing of ? Doddridge, or of mortgage he has against Mr. Hall. Has asked about land and house belonging to Mr. Smith.","Concerns runaway slave.","For 120 acres on the Ohio River.","Has settled with William Sharpless. Woods can receive 50 shares of bank stock.","Sends survey.","Needs six bushels of corn.","George Croghan is commander. His mode of commanding is preferable to former commander, Col. Butler. Franklin Woods would like to resign. Is in debt. Did not receive money sent out by George Paull. Describes fort.","For Woods to lease land to Atkison.","Scope and Contents Discusses dry goods. \"I would, not recommend your going into business until peace is made.\"","Betsy (Woods) Paull continues to mend. On trip to visit his father. Major Gwynn says 26, 27, \u0026 28th Regiments will be consolidated. Expects to lose his rank. \"Betsy wishes you to write her as soon as her mother is confined.\"","Applies for arrest of Archibald Hamilton on charges he received twenty dollars from James Burrus who was applying for exemption from service. Includes affidavit, undated, of Samuel McClure.","To vote for directions in the Ohio Company.","Includes copy of charges against Hamilton.","Few soldiers left in Regiment. Mentions consolidations and possibility of Paull and himself being extra officers and struck off. 27th Regiment has been disgraced. Cannot get clothes. \"if any officer appears on parade without blue pantaloons and boots he is immediately arrested.\"","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Mr. Chapline can inform about the discoveries about property lines. Will expect sheep and probably will take some half breed merino.","Mrs. Woods had twins, one of whom died within 5 days. Expects Indian treaty. \" I do not know but it will be my turn to go to Norfolk in the next call or requision of militia.\"","Concerning sale of Sharpless house.","Discussing uniforms.","Trying to sell Woods a horse.","Concerns William Baker who denies endorsing Jones' note; and salt.","Trying to settle debt.","Will send Woods his horse if cannot find a better one at fair price.","Sending Woods his horse. Will send epaulets.","Orders Woods to a muster.","Sold sorrell horse. Has got no marching orders yet. Petitions being circulated concerning location of County seat of Monroe County, Ohio.","Scope and Contents For Fawcett acting as attorney for Samuel Cope to sell a house and lot in Wheeling, West Virginia to Woods.","For a house and lot in Wheeling.","Sends what he thinks register's fees are.","Sends a petition concerning militia fines. Expects lawsuit.","Gives hours. Fines will be strictly enforced. All funds on hand will go to purchase books. Arrears on shares must be paid.","Does not have any desire to sell land he owns in Ohio County.","for Woods to lease land to Steenrod.","Concerns a lawsuit Philip Doddridge is handling for Woods.","Orders 10th, 17th, 18th, and 10th Brigades to Norfolk.","Makes a deposit on quarter sections. Has been at Woodfield clearing streets. Hopes to see Barber when commissioners meet to fix seat of justice for Monroe. Has been engaged marking a road to the Ohio from the new town.","For property given to Woods by Biddle to satisfy rent that is in arrears.","Concerns quarter section of land Smith wants to enter. The bearers, Mr. Smith and Baker want to rent. Show them the land where Duvall lives.","Wants to enter quarter sections.","Has been recommended as coroner of his County. Would like appointment to Woods staff. Wants appointment and hope Woods' staff are not required to march.","Jesse Hunt's brother owns land Woods is interested in. Jesse Hunt offers ten dollars per acre for land Woods owns near his brother's land. Discusses flour milling and whiskey distilling.","Asking to be appointed surgeon to 4th Reg't, Virginia Militia. Includes 1815 February 4 of John Connell. H. Marshall and William McHenry to Woods, recommending Stevenson.","For Woods to lease land to Cunningham.","Scope and Contents Is satisfied that he received thirteen bushels of corn.","Adam Kellar wishes to ride home to Richmond instead of marching with rest of troops.","Trying to rent land for Woods.","Introduces Archibald Woods to Marshall.","John Spence has been arrested for desertion. Asks for a court martial.","For Woods to lease land to Goodridge and Morley.","Neither state nor federal government has funds to pay troops. Arrangements will be made to pay them at a later date.","Asks Woods to remit John Spence's sentence for desertion and release him.","For Woods to lease land to Barrett and for Barrett to repair a cabin and clear land.","Woods explains the unusual nature of his muster return due to the circumstances of their march.","Scope and Contents Bonnett resigns his commission as major of the 1st Battalion of the 4th Reg't of Virginia Militia.","Got three quarter sections of land.","Woffert does not want to sell his land.","Has bought land from Jacob Ash that he had no right to sell.","Has no recollection of articles of agreement between George Poage and Woods.","Will stick to his terms for selling land. Asks Woods to sell his lame horse.","For 56 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes.","Send note against James Woods (with deed to him) to Joseph Woods. Includes James Woods to Robert Woods?, undated. 1 page.","Although Woods thinks settlement of Poages' claim against him made by Chapline and Thomas Woods is totally against him, he will agree to it.","Has found a slave who ran away from Archibald Woods. Has promised slave if he would return, he would not be whipped.","Requests commission as lieutenant for Jon Curtis if Woods has it.","States when he wants to hold a battalion court of inquiry and a regimental court of inquiry.","Does not wish to buy Croghan's land at the price Croghan named. Will sell his horse for him.","Tells Woods, McCluny of Charlestown is in Wheeling if he wishes to see him.","A man wishes to buy land. Asks Woods for amount. Mr. Scott wants to know if Mr. Morrison can have a set of stable logs.","Did not know of muster until day of muster. His knee was out of place and he had no horse to ride.","Wants to make some disposition of a military land claim placed in his hands by Woods fourteen years previously.","For Woods to lease land and ferries to Malory and Long. Malory and Long can also tap sugar maples.","Woods' land has been sold for taxes but can redeemed within two years of sale by paying taxes plus interest. Woods should send money for taxes for 1814 and 1815.","Clay has drawn up petition to President to establish road to Wheeling. Meigs says tract for sale in Indiana Territory will be open for sale in April or May.","Will not be able to go to Indiana Territory ?. Fears prices will be too high. A tract of his land (4066 acres in Wood County) was sold for taxes. Asks Woods to redeem.","Orders a day of training of officers and a day of regimental muster.","Miller's brother does not yet know the result of his application to cob. Walker relating to lands on Green River. Discusses bank paper. Hears there is petition before Maryland legislature to establish a state bank. Has Philadelphia worried. Mentions possibility of a turnpike to Wheeling.","Does not expect deposit being replaced by any act of Congress. Cumberland Road must await annual appropriation.","Does not have extra capital. to invest in Woodfield, Ohio.","Will return a runaway slave for Woods for a fee.","Decision on U.S. Road to Wheeling has been referred to Sec. of Treasury; however, Dallas is a Pennsylvanian.","Unable to check on Woods' land, but thinks it has been sold for taxes. Woods' mother is in her usual state of health, but her memory fails her. Gives news of his family.","Defends the assessment of Woods' land which Woods thinks is too high.","Chief of Wyandot Indians is dead and his tribes are desirous of selling their lands. No report on U.S. Road. House of Representatives are now discussing direct tax. Mentions birth of a son to Mrs. Paull (Woods' daughter.)","Offers to trade money and horses for land.","Forwarded Woods' letter and memorial from citizens of Wheeling to Clay. James Ross and Charleston people are exciting opposition. ? Connel has obtained depositions on a road from Charleston to Zanesville and made a statement relative to Town of Charleston. Asks Woods for depositions concerning Wheeling. Lands in Indiana not ready for sale yet.","President has made a communication to both houses concerning Cumberland Road. It contains a statement of expenditure already made and those necessary to complete it. Commissioner of land office has promised a complete map of Indiana Territory. Will send to Woods.","Describes Indiana Territory, its land, its inhabitants and prospects for the sale of the public lands.","Secretary of Treasury reported in favor of Wheeling for U.S. Road.","Scope and Contents Secretary of Treasury has decided in favor of Wheeling for the Cumberland Road route. Senate has passed bill for levying direct tax of three million dollars. House of Representatives is considering bank bill.","Secretary of Treasury reported to President on Cumberland Road, in favor of Wheeling. Mentions land tax of three million dollars. National Bank bill is under consideration in the House of Representatives. House passed bill authorizing members to frank during recess. Doesn't think it will pass Senate.","For Cockayne to sell Woods two hundred acres of land in Warren County, Ohio. Woods has right to give land back.","Has been informed that President confirmed report of Secretary of Treasury concerning the Cumberland Road. Exertions now will be to procure a large appropriation. Commissioners of land office cannot fix any time when land in Indiana Territory will be sold.","Has received five dollars from Woods. Sends pantaloons back to him. Asks about his militia discharge. J. G. Jackson has declared as a candidate. Willson is coroner.","Report on Cumberland Road has been referred to Committee in House of Representatives. Republican caucus voted Monroe and Tompkins as candidates. \"on the subject of the road Monroe was decidedly your friend, his influence was important. I hope it will not be forgotten. However this subject must remain with yourself.\" Owing to sickness of draftsman in the land office has not been able to procure a map of the Indiana Territory.","Two hundred acres of land bought from Samuel Cockainis worth about four dollars an acre. Discusses Capteena land owned by Jeremiah Hurst. Glad Cumberland Road is settled. Gives price of flour.","The committee to whom the Cumberland Road was referred have reported in favor of the appropriation. House of Representatives laid 30 per cent ad valorem duty on imported cottons. National Bank bill is now is Senate.","Cumberland Road being confirmed, he is waiting the result of the Appropriation. Connell and Doddridge still have plan for a military road. Shepherd hopes to be appointed a Superintendent, but if not wants contract for a section of it. \"Mr. Clay has done all he promised but Ruggles never gave out for which I do regard him as one of our particular friends. \"","Would like to rent place where James Barrett lives.","Public lands have not been surveyed because Indians ordered the surveyors off. William Henry Harrison owns land near Vincennes and has laid it out in town lots.","Wants to borrow $1500 to use to buy bank stock.","Wants to buy or borrow anvil.","Resolutions introduced to appoint committee to look into military road through Charleston. Bills passed House to admit Indiana and Mississippi as states. Nothing done on appropriation for building Cumberland Road.","Draughtsman in office is unable to attend to business. Sends sketch of Indiana Territory taken from Bradley's maps by a pupil of the draughtsman.","House has passed appropriation of $300,000 for Cumberland Road.","Necessary for Woods and Barber to pay up all the installments on the land Woodfield stands on so lot owners can have deeds. Wants Barber to go to Indiana with him. Wants to speculate with Barber's interest in Woodfield.","Resigns his commission as captain in the Wheeling Light Infantry.","Asks to borrow $160.","McClandhan's father needs taxes paid on land.","Concerns appointment for superintendent of Cumberland Road. Connell has withdrawn. Moses Shepherd and Rolfe are applicants.","Concerning legal difficulties in collecting militia fines.","Will pay money to redeem land for taxes to County clerk of Wood County. Wilson's daughter died on April 15.","Resigns commission.","Has not heard from servants. Sends amount due on a fractional section. Has heard nothing from Indiana lands.","Cannot attend training or regimental muster because of illness. Sends company return.","Sale of lots to David Person and ? Jackson.","Asks terms for a lot.","Scope and Contents Will take depositions in lawsuit of Wilson (as administrator of Richard Nichols v. John Caldwell, Robert Woods, Archibald Woods et al. in District Chancery Court at Clarksburg, West Virginia","Sends for corn meal.","Sends for land patents.","Unable to attend taking of depositions in Wilson v. Caldwell, Woods et al.","Shall be ready to raise house for Franklin Woods. Needs flour and money.","Scope and Contents Request for payment of son's board. Includes account of ? Woods with Biddle.","Does not want to buy lots at Doddridge's price.","Cumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.","Politics.","For 178 acres in Ohio County.","McClandhan's father is concerned he will lose his land due to taxes. Asks Woods to pay them.","Wanted to build house on his lot but County has laid foundation of temporary courthouse in front of his lot at Woodsfield. Includes, Archibald Woods stating that he agreed to pay six dollars to commission to alter foundation of jail.","Sends plat of public lands in Indiana. Gives his route to Indiana.","Watch with small glass is disposed of. Has two hunting watches left. Suggests Woods come to see them. Includes memorandum of an agreement between George Paull and Archibald Woods for the purchase of land in Indiana.","Has looked at transcript of answers in lawsuit of S. R. Wilson vs. Woods et al. Thinks deeds are in office as part of W. Chapline, Jr.'s answer. Nothing more is necessary. Attendance at next term not necessary except for presence of patents.","Formal subpoena to attend at Chillicothe. Prisoner will not give his consent to his not going.","James Smith has been to Marietta to enter fraction marked A. Woods. He left deposit of sixteen dollars. Asks Woods to be his special bail in suit of James Reff?","General William Henry Harrison recommends white river country very highly. Paull is concerned about what bank notes will be accepted as payment for land. Some of his are counterfeit.","Gives circumstances of James Smith entering Woods' land.","Asks Woods to give his recollection of a settlement of an estate.","Asks for two subpoenas to be sent in lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods et al. \"We hung a negro here last Friday for rape on his mistress. The Methodists say he went strait to heaven.\" Shall have a new Judge on this circuit.","Concerns land in Indiana.","Asks if Woods' family will accompany his family to Augusta County, Virginia on a visit.","Fourth day of land sales. Has not bought an acre. Describes lands and prices. Jesse Hunt will not sell until he writes his brother.","Has bought 2 1/4 sections. Describes land and sales.","Asks Sockman to assist Doctor James Rolfe to count the public arms. Includes Sockman stating he has complied with the request.","Franklin Woods fell from horse and dislocated shoulder. Wilson's mother and other family have started for Staunton.","Concerns meeting with Woods to discuss location of Cumberland Road.","Can not come to Wheeling because hogs get in his corn everyday. Has business at Court. Asks Woods to tend to a note at the bank.","Describes assault and battery by James Smith over hogs getting into corn.","Virginia Thanks Woods for paying taxes on land. A. Hamilton does not think he owes Woods any money probably in setting Woods v. Lewis.","Has served in militia for 37 years.","To build a house. Gives specifications.","For Wallings to clear twenty acres of land within two years for which Woods will give him fifty acres in Monroe County, Ohio.","For Sweeney to clear eight acres of land.","Asks Woods to bring him teaspoons.","Concerns bank bills in Virginia General Assembly.","Informs Woods of the death of his brother, James Woods.","Discussed embassy with Secretary of State ?. The committee have reported a bill favorable to the Caldwell resolutions and made Columbus Ohio? a point. Compensation bill is repealed. Banks will commence specie payment.","For Woods to lease eleven acres to Bowers.","Concerning Jackson's Treaty with the Creek Indians and the opening up of land in Georgia and Alabama as a result. Describes land. Gives news of death of his father James Woods.","Election of James Moore. Sale of public lands.","Samuel Sweeny ? has left place. James Smith has Mallory indicted for keeping a disorderly house.","Dispute between John Connell, and John Dix over their co-partnership in Brooke Furnace will be arbitrated. Woods is to serve on panel.","Gives status of Wheeling bank notes.","Have plank and are ready to start on a house for Woods.","Death of James Woods. Account of murder of one negro slave by another. Discusses prices. Asks Woods help in settling debts in Ohio. Neighborhood news.","Asks Barber to send land certificate.","Wants to meet Woods at St. Clairsville and pay him principle. Then Woods can see William Downey for interest.","For McKinney to build a bridge on the Cumberland Road.","In conference with ? Thompson, they have decided to delay purchase of goods till season for laying in fall cargo. Regret Franklin Woods cannot be put on a certainty as to company's employ.","Concerning their letter to him about the business of their company and their not hiring his son, Franklin.","Opened Woods' letter to William Croghan, Jr. Gives Woods opinions on land in Indiana. Thanks Woods for previous friendly acts.","For Cleaburn Simms to serve as deputy sheriff to finish up his business as the former sheriff.","Asks compensation for a great cost given to Woods by George Paull.","Sends four hundred dollars to pay Robert Woods.","For Dugan and Linton to build a bridge as part of the Cumberland Road. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Thomas McGeer) of Matthew Stewart of Pittsburgh to fulfill above contract, 1817 September 19. Includes agreement, (witnessed by Ben Galloway) of Thomas McGeer and Henry Jordan to fulfill above contract.","Concerns land purchase?","Boards for Woods' house in Woodsfield are ready.","Dispute over stone the Irishmen quarried.","Unable to do Woods' work.","Would like to keep a hand he has hired to drive his oxen a few more days.","Concerns digging a well.","Will build wall. Asks for advance of fifty dollars.","Speaks of a third party J. Mallory who has done all in his power against him and against whom he has a judgment.","Does not think James Smith has proof of slander.","Of his handling of an execution.","Needs planks. Hopes to settle dispute between himself and James Smith.","Sonny Smith has been ill so long. Man from Kentucky needs his horse.","A. Werninger has Negro boy for sale. He ran away and is confined to jail. \"The family are well and doing well considering the great loss we have sustained.\" Asks it he will be safe in receiving the notes of the Ohio Company for taxes.","Writes by Mr. Woods. Enjoys good health and expects to settle there.","Problems with building a bridge for Cumberland Road.","Concerns problems with his hauling stone for the Cumberland Road.","Woods is upset over Thompson's suggestion that someone else should take charge of bridge building in the area for the Cumberland Road.","Directions for building a house.","Concerns elections.","Concerns building bridge at Lee's Run for the Cumberland Road and paying the laborers.","Will accept Woods' offer to buy his land.","Asks Woods to draft a form of an assignment of the contract for Paull to endorse.","Legislature has done nothing of importance. Legislature is discussing defects in the Constitution. Mentions various bank bills. \"The Legislature seems very much in the Spirit of making banks and new counties.\" Col. Poage mentioned in his letter that Woods' mother has been stricken with the palsy.","Scope and Contents Mallory is upset that Woods has rented the store at the mouth of the Capteena with one acre of ground to Henry Swippe. Does not want Swippe to have the ground. Thinks James] Smith and Swippe are trying to run him off.","For Woods to lease a grist mill and house to Waddell.","Discontent of people renting land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Mallory is going to give up possession of Woods place. Blames troubles on James Smith and Henry Swippy. Asks Woods not to rent the place to them.","Scope and Contents Needs Woods to appear at suit of Fract? against him. Blames James?] Smith for the lawsuit being brought. Discusses his dispute with Smith involving a letter.","Sends vacine crust.","Scope and Contents Will move to the place Mr. Parks lives on and intends to comply with bargain Vance and Woods agreed on.","Traces chain of title for a lot and house in Wheeling.","Tells Woods how to proceed in collecting pay for his son from Paymaster General.","Promises to make a final settlement of their business.","Has written previously accepting Woods' offer for his land. \"The family of my father has been greatly distressed occasioned by the death of my uncle Genl. G. R. Clark.\" Growth of Louisville is astonishing.","For a house, shop, garden and field.","Is leaving plantation and wants to settle up with Woods.","Merchants in Maysville are dissatisfied with those in Pittsburgh, Would like for men to set up commission business in Wheeling.","Ohio members have called upon William Henry Crawford on subject of his orders to receivers of public monies. Has received money for Woods' son, Franklin. Bill has passed Senate to allow purchasers one more year to pay for lands.","Concerns business dealings with ? Nichols.","Doubts sale of a lot in Wheeling due to foreclosure is legal. As Martin's executor, he must try to recover the property.","Dispute over number of rails counted toward rent.","Concerns the arbitration of a dispute over whiskey.","Men in Wheeling are planning a commission merchant house to supply merchants in Kentucky so they no longer have to deal with Pittsburgh.","Took warrant of attorney to enter judgment against Charles Wells.","No Kentucky paper in the Bank. Negotiation with Bank at Cincinnati has taken all our paper south of Chillicothe.","Received Woods' letter and a letter and power of attorney from Robert Poage?. Will investigate possibility of brother defrauding a brother and the helpless children of the brother.","Encloses assignment of Stepp certificate. Certificates assigned by Paull to Woods must have County seal. Flood has killed Jno. Hardesty family and ruined crops.","Unable to pay Woods.","Scope and Contents In notion of going to Kentucky but now thinks of Woods' area. Seeks information. Includes, in a different hand of a genealogical chart of the Breckinridge family.","Has received Cox' letter containing charges exhibited against Williams and Josias Thompsonas agents of the National Road. Assumes they are the charges stated by James Marshall. Will state what he knows about. Charges concern sinking of ground on hill above and adjoining Wheeling, distance of road at Shepherd's Mill, too many bridges on little Wheeling Creek, contracts to bidders who could not carry them out and for purchasing land and changing road to pass land he purchased.","Woods has made statement towards exculpating Thompson and Williams from charges concerning their handling of building of National Road. \"I think Col. Williams conduct in relation to this business cannot well be impeached as he has acted uprightly and in most instances as the charges relate to you they are groundless also. Although such are the facts, yet good grounds for charges against your official conduct do exist.\" Criticizes Thompson for changing road, and allowing contractor to use logs and brush, for want of firmness and decision, and did not look at a place where he could have saved a spring. Thompson had mentioned in Wheeling that some mystery existed respecting the drafts drawn by Shepherd and Paull causing a suspicion that Woods was concerned in that transaction.","Rebuttal against Woods' letter. If Woods knew Steenrod was using logs and brush, he should have reported it. Thinks Woods is angry because Thompson removed him from managing a sector of the road. Thinks Woods is trying to have him removed as superintendent. \"You may shew your teeth but cannot bite.\"","States Thompson did not remove him. He discontinued himself. Knows Thompson saw logs and brush placed in road bed. \"This would not be a dispute between Charleston and Wheeling. It will be simply whether the government will permit their superintendent to be a contractor also at the same time.\" Has three articles proving it and will disclose it.","Description of him and his clothing.","Will come tomorrow bringing money for land. Authorizes Woods to make arrangement with Feay.","Woods must move his fence which is interfering with National Road. In absence of superintendent have consulted Steenrod. \"Owing to the ill health of Steenrod's family we think by the track you pursue you are treating him with that injustice that a neighbour ought to shudder at.\"","Woods' land will not be sold for taxes.","Asks land values for purchase by others and himself.","Concerns a disputed account for hauling.","Concerns a debt owed by Spencer.","Trying to negotiate a settlement with Spencer concerning money.","Concerns terms of land deals. Gives opinion of how difficult Jeremiah Hunt will be to deal with. Lists prices of wheat, rye, corn, whiskey and flour.","Wants pay for himself and the 10th Brigade of Virginia militia.","Three New England families have arrived. John Coll was elected Colonel of militia. Wants Woods help in establishing a land office at Woodsfield. \"The mail from Marietta arrived for the first time at Woodsfield on Wednesday past.\"","Subject of where to locate National Road through Ohio is before committee. Anonymous writers are addressing Secretary of Treasury on the subject of road, imputing misconduct to Elie Williams, Josias Thompson and others.","Thanks Woods for paying an installment for him.","Discusses Ohio legislature and describes inauguration of Governor ?. Debating right of privilege on memorial of Joseph Kerr who was arrested while serving in General Assembly. \"Mr. Hoge and family are well. He has not been invited to give us prayers nor do I expect that he will.\"","Appoints Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnal, directors of the Northwestern Bank. Includes minutes of Governor of council making the appointments.","Announces Archibald Woods', William Chapline and Peter Yarnal's appointment to Board of Northwestern Bank. Details opposition to their appointments.","Has received Woods letter and with directions therein and papers from Jonathan Jacksonand will shape declarations in ejectment. Denies he is friend of U. S. Bank.","John Stipp has left down payment on land. State Senate passes resolution for convention. John Rowan and Jacob Burnett are there wishing to get a canal connecting Lake Erie to Ohio. Gives the legislative news. \"Mrs. Hoge has got a son and is well and the rest of the family.\"","Treaty with Indians in Ohio is signed and land will be surveyed and offered for sale. Treaty with Indians for purchase of land in Indiana is undecided. Secretary of Treasury is making exertions to have road completed from Uniontown to Washington.","Is sending copy of will of sister A. Poage and includes a copy of an affidavit for Woods to execute.","Sends estimate to erect a building for Woods.","Tells volume of mail he is handling as postmaster of Woodsfield. Sends Bishop's estimate.","Has checked into payment of revenue? for Ohio County. Last three years have been paid. Have not received any papers from directors of Northwestern Bank. Bill to raise legislators salary passed House of Delegates. Has bill before House to benefit Zacharia] Biggs. Bill to make paper of valley Bank receivable in treasury is applied for. Intend to have paper of Northwestern Bank included. Program slowly on revision of laws.","Wants to rent property from Woods.","Deerskins are not finished. Mr. Henry Jackson wants to rent a house from Woods. \"Squad of Yankeys have arrived at Woodsfield.\"","Lists terms he will sell his land on.","Encloses Jeremiah Hunts' terms. Send prices of wheat, rye, corn and flour. Sent flour to New Orleans.","Is working for establishment of a land office at Woodsfield.","Discusses a bank bill and other legislation pending before the Ohio legislature.","Sends itemized estimate for erecting a building.","Excuse for not having sent Woods money.","Wants to borrow 1000 to 1500 dollars from bank in Wheeling.","Ezekiel Davis wishes to buy two lots in Woodsfield.","Received final certificates.","Concerning land disputed between William Croghan and the heirs of Moses Chapline.","Asking Woods if he can occupy a situation for an office on Woods' lot.","Asking about militia pay in War of 1812.","Concerns a lease from Woods to Henry Jackson which was signed over to John Coll. Coll has gone over mountains. Owes money. Many think he will not return. Two merchants, a wheelwright and one hatter have come to Woodsfield.","Scope and Contents Reports on suit against James ? Dunlop.","Authorizes Woods to borrow 1500 dollars from Northwestern Bank of Virginia at Wheeling. He will use land as collateral.","Will drive Woods' carriage to the springs. Needs some notice.","Concerns Woods' case against Dunlop.","Sets up a meeting.","Is enclosing J. C. Wright's bond for Woods' shares of stock in the Steubenville Bank. Paull sold Wright his shares of stock on the same terms. Cannot procure anyone to drive carriage.","Sends medicine to Mrs. Woods' daughter whom doctor has diagnosed as having consumption.","Has received letter from directors. Is unable to pay money. Wants to know if one hundred barrels of Great Kanamha salt could be sold.","Thinks David Parson will pay money owed to Woods but money is scarce.","Offers his land again for sale. If Woods doesn't wish to buy, ask Capt. George Taylor. Has purchased a sugar plantation in Louisiana.","Has talked to Capt. George Taylor about Croghan's land. Lists his reasons for not purchasing it.","Asks Woods what paper he'll accept to discharge notes.","Wants Woods to come out to settle money owed to him. Asks him to bring compass and chain.","Has built a frame store on his lot. Wants boards for window sashes. Money is scarce.","Wants rent reduced and gives reasons.","Accepts Woods' offer for his land and will make a special warranty deed.","Asks for money for wool carding.","Scope and Contents Gives news of Wilson family. Asks permission to go to Augusta County, Virginia","Is letting Steenrod know what he plans to report to the Superintendent of the National Road concerning the section made by Steenrod.","Offers house and lot to repay notes.","Suit of Nicholas Administrators v. Caldwell, Woods et al. was decided for the defendants.","Col George Paull's slave has been bound to Mr. Lyon of Uniontown, Pa. Reports on Nichol's administrators v. Caldwell, Woods, et al. Decree has been made in Woods v. D. Lewis.","Trying to arrange a land deal.","Wants to move to Wheeling. Offers Woods his farm near Morgantown.","Makes an offer for Berkshire's property.","Accepts Woods offer for his land. His father is dangerously ill.","Alpheus Hillson started for Richmond. She intends going to school to Mrs. Gilison. Wants Mary Woods to come back and go with her.","Trying to collect debt owed to Woods.","Has attended to Woods' request for a distributing post office at Wheeling and McLure will be retained as postmaster.","Announces Board of Trustees meeting of \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies.\" Includes announcement, 1819, of appointment of Archibald Woods and others to serve on Board of Trustees of a \"Seminary for the Education of Young Ladies\" to be established by Mr. and Mrs. H. Eckstern.","Is enclosing the dates of the grants. Will pay taxes shortly. Thomas M. Randolph is elected governor. Three directors have been appointed for the North Western Bank.","To contract for building a mill race.","Does not think it expedient at this time to make Wheeling a distributing office.","Pay Franklin Woods ten dollars for a set of chairs.","Asks about land warrants.","Is sending a power of attorney.","Asks Caldwell to make public charges against Thomas Woods and himself.","Discusses his business. Has reduced debt in Philadelphia from $85,000 to $20,000. Expects Gen. Jackson will be ordered to take the Floridas. Discusses land in Alabama. Gives news of Woods family.","Has seen postmaster general regarding setting up a post office in Belmont County, Ohio.","Is enclosing transfer of land you sold to John Sipp. Transfer needs witnesses. Sipp cannot pay money owed to Woods. Money is scarce. Includes George Paull to Archibald Woods.","That Moses M. Chapline shall apply for a judgment against Woods because his deputy, Archibald Hamilton failed to return a \"Capias Ad Sales Faciendum.\"","Encloses a grant of land. Treasurer of Virginia John Preston has promised to refund money and resign. German Baker of Cumberland has been appointed. First teller of Richmond branch of U.S. Bank has left with money. Mentions other legislative business.","Wilson is deciding where to practice law. Applied for office of Councilor from Virginia. \"I was too well acquainted with the Tuckahoes to expect that any backwoodsman would be elected to that office...\" Asks his uncle's advice.","Has eight thousand brick ready for Woods.","Woods' son Thomas is commencing a suit against Joseph Caldwell for slander and wants to engage Doddridge.","Wants to see agreement between Woods et al and Stephen R. Wilson administrator \u0026 Joseph Spencer. Asks Woods to send copy.","Trying to settle a note. Will W. Man? wants to have a job to clean land and a place to live.","Does not wish to sell his land.","Unable to find anyone to rent Woods' place.","Offers to sell his land to Woods.","His friends have announced him for the Senate. Gives family news.","Disturbed over the lawsuit between Thomas Woods and J. Caldwell. Gives legal advice concerning a dispute between Woods and the Chapline family over William Croghan's land. Knows Woods will consult with Philip Doodridge. Pindall wishes to decline in favoring Thomas Wilson at next Congressional election.","Declines buying disputed land from Croghan because Chapline's have sold to a ? McCaine. Includes Woods copy.","Asks Woods to forward his memorial to the Postmaster General via Benjamin Ruggles to counter one being sent around for ? Yarnall.","Has presented memorial of Richard McClure to Postmaster General. Bill has passed Congress giving further time to purchasers of public lands to make the last payment. Thinks bill passed by Senate changing the land system will pass House of Representatives. Does not think bill to extend road through Ohio will pass.","Dispute over who is to rent Woods' land.","Has conferred with Pindall. McClure will be kept as postmaster unless a distributing office is set up at Wheeling. Did not address Postmaster-General.","Willson does not think his chances of election to Congress are very good.","Wants to exchange land 3 1/4 miles above Middlebourne with Woods.","To dine with Josias Thompson and his wife, Tridelphia.","Scope and Contents For Kirney to lease a house and garden in Wheeling, West Virginia","Wants to know if Woods will buy iron or castings? from him.","That his Uncle Archibald Woods has nothing to do with the breaking off of a marriage proposal between him and E. Cross.","Reports his version of a conversation between himself and James Spriggs concerning the marriage not taking place between E. Cross and Andrew Woods, Jr. Includes Autograph Note Signed, of Joseph Wilson, n.p. to Archibald Woods, n.p. Statement of Joseph Wilson as a witness to a conversation between Steenrod and Spriggs.","Denies allegations made by Armstrong about Woods' role in preventing marriage between Andrew Woods and E. Cross.","Surprised that Mr. Sprigg should bring him in as author of a report concerning Woods' connection with the breakup of a proposed marriage between Andrew Woods, Jr. and E. Cross.","Woods would like to serve as one of the commissioners to locate the National Road from Wheeling to the Mississippi.","Wants to obtain a statement from ? Washington about Woods' appointment as a commissioner of the National Road.","Has written to President to try to get Woods' appointed a commissioner for the National Road.","Report on the progress of a house Coll is building for Woods.","Scope and Contents Defends himself against accusations by Woods that Coll has wasted boards.","Unable to send deed.","Sends account for education of Miss E. Woods and Miss Wilson.","Unable to pay note due to Woods. Offers alternatives.","Sends deed by ? Drury whom he introduces to Woods. Asks that the $800 for the land be given to Drury.","Asks Woods to pay his bill for the National Intelligencer.","Unable to pay money he owes Woods. Has let ? Bishop go into a house owned by Woods.","James Pindall has resigned his seat in Congress. Wilson discusses those vying to succeed him.","Tries to arrange for two slaves to be sold together.","Analyzes political race to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","Scope and Contents Outlines legal issues over title to Croghan's land. Woods is unable to pay cash. Offers slave and flour. People in Ohio are protecting runaway slaves. The slave he offers in exchange for land he fears will run away to Ohio.","? Zane needs to exert himself more to be elected to Congress.","Unable to raise money.","Wants to borrow money from Woods if Woods will hire out the money he has a judgment for.","Asks Beacher, a lawyer, to collect money for him.","Tells of families and rentals in Woodsfield.","Jackson got a majority of votes in Monongalia County to succeed James Pinball in Congress.","Discusses money owed to Woods by Anthony Weaver.","Will accept slave for land, but not flour.","Discusses election to succeed James Pindall in Congress.","For Woods to act as proxy in election of directors for Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns appointment of directors to Northwest Bank of Virginia.","Concerns the nomination of directors to Northwest bank of Virginia.","Want to continue using Woods' house as a school.","Wants Woods to offer his George Paull land to Daniel Steenrod.","Discusses running a property line.","Discusses survey of land.","Thomas Wilson thinks Woods probably should sue John? Wilson. No opinion of Spencer case yet. Wants to marry Woods' daughter, Mary, who is his first concern. Discusses Congressional prospects.","Explains his delay because of stage accident.","Asks questions about her husband's land.","William Chapline, Jr., ? Yarnal and Woods are appointed directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia. Does not think Zane will be elected to Congress.","Has received a counterfeit bill from Woods.","Lists directors of Northwest Bank of Virginia Three new counties passed House of Delegates. Does not think legislature will act on re-apportionment.","Sends patent from Land Office. Thinks law will pass granting relief to purchasers of public land. Three members of Congress have died.","Attempts to collect money owed to Northwest Bank of Virginia? Includes Joseph Woods, Nashville, Tenn., to uncle Archibald Woods. Has moved to farm and bill outside of Nashville.","Recollections on appointments of Directors of Northwest Bank. Election of two persons to Council.","Wants to buy land from Woods to settle a dispute.","Concerns a report of debits and credits between Moses Shepherd and U.S. in regard to building the National Road.","First story of Woods' home is finished. Wants to put a shop on Woods' lot.","Hopes to have cases tried for lands on Middle Island. Needs surveys made.","Thomas Wilson will run for Congress against the Harrison County Candidate, E. B. Jackson.","Pleased Woods has given him permission to gain Woods' daughter, Mary's affections. Does not want to elect E. B. Jackson unopposed. Analyzes his father's (Thomas Wilson) chances.","Letter of recommendation for Sommerville \u0026 Moore who wish to borrow money from North West Bank of Virginia.","Asks Woods to be a character witness at his father's trial.","Needs to have special bail entered. Asks it a freeholder in Virginia can be sued although a resident out of the state. Asks that bonds be sent over by Thomas Woods.","Politeness of Mr. Henry Clay. Secretary of Treasury will decide how Moses Shepherd' accounts with U.S. (concerning the National Road) should be settled. \"Mr. Clay has given some assistance.\"","Request for cornmeal.","Has been informed that Woods is going to Indiana. Asks him to look into a land dispute for him.","Sends an account to Woods and asks for money.","For Woods to lease to Cole a tavern, farm, and ferries at mouth of Captina Creek.","Needs Woods to tend to collecting money for him.","Woods gives his philosophy of buying land and gives terms for an exchange of land with Smith.","Scope and Contents Gives excuses for not paying money owed to Woods and his prospects for paying it.","Hanes makes offer to work off debt owed to Woods by making brick.","Smith makes his offer to exchange land.","Presents an offer to settle money owed to Woods by John Stipp.","Thomas Wilson has lost election to Congress. Wilson's law practice has doubled due to the death of ? McGee, Woods' daughter, Mary, has agreed to marry Wilson.","Needs Davis to close contract on land.","Offers to sell his house, lot and farm to Woods.","Scope and Contents ? Buchanan is waiting Woods' reply about selling land.","Has examined land records concerning heirs of Moses Chapline.","Charles White has written to Raccoon Mills to pay taxes on Woods' land. Asks Woods to pay amount due to John White.","If Good will hire his bellows out to Joseph Handlon, Woods will see they are taken care of. Includes, document of Joseph Handlon (witnessed by Andrew Donaldson) acknowledging receipt of the bellows.","Needs a reply from Woods.","Col. Berkshire will write Woods. Wilson describes the house Berkshire has for sale in Morgantown and other houses available in the town.","Has collected money owed to Woods by Asher Jones.","Gives Woods legal advice on a landlord collecting from a tenant.","Asks Woods for patents to land. Woods has had money for the land for 25 years.","Does not think house will suit the land or her business. Commission wants to tear it down. Mrs. Jackson has quit housekeeping.","Scope and Contents Concerns a dispute between Woods and Shepherd over Woods asking for security for a loan. Woods rehearses various incidents involving the building of the National Road. Includes draft of of Archibald Woods to Moses Shepherd, 1821 September 24, concerning a dispute between Woods and Shepherd.","Scope and Contents Suggestions about a possible suit against ? Booth. Wilson wedding with Woods' daughter, Mary, is set for December 6. N. Evans can not yet tell if he will sell house. ? Stealey may be interested in exchanging property with Woods. Stealey's landed property is bound so he cannot sell or exchange it. Eugenuis M. Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia, to Anne (Poage) Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia. Knows she will miss her daughter, but hope she will not delay the wedding.","Agrees with Woods that honest, independent men should be appointed to Board of Directors of North West bank of Wheeling.","Deliver pork to Jasper Mallory.","Has paid taxes for Woods.","Wants to settle in Indiana and found a newspaper. Needs information from Woods on likely places to settle.","Wants to buy a house and lot from Woods.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods' help in settling accounts with Moses Shepherd concerning the building of the National Road.","Scope and Contents Thinks they need to obtain advice of Philip Doddridge.","Archibald Woods, William Chapline and Peter Yarnall have been continued as directors in Northwest Bank of Virginia Board of Public Works are determined to coerce payment of state dividend due from North West Bank.","Discusses trip and social events in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Congress has asked for commissioners to file report in Moses Shepherd business (Shepherd's accounts with the U.S. in the building of the National Road.)","Is enjoying life in the country. Gives disadvantages of Wheeling over Pittsburgh for trade. Involved in building the steamboat, \"Nashville of Tennessee.\" Still owes debts in Kentucky of $2l,4000. Gives news of Woods family in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia.","Wants to rent for only one year.","Scope and Contents Outlines a dispute with Isaac Jones.","Has received Woods' letter and expects to agree to the propositions.","Discusses terms of a land deal.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to give bearer, J. P. Seaman, two barrels of flour. Will be credited to Woods' subscription to the Presbyterian meetinghouse.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Statement requested by John Nichols of what Samuels \u0026 Burckhaud had said respecting yours \u0026 his business.","Wells gives his statement concerning business between John Nichols and Woods.","Does not think John Wilson will bring suit. Needs copies of agreement regarding the compromise of a lawsuit.","Declines complying with Spencer's request.","Scope and Contents Rehearses his dispute with Isaac Jones.","Would like to live on Woods' land another year.","Housing alternatives in Morgantown.","Scope and Contents Has moved into house formerly occupied by Widow Jackson. Has gone in partnership with ? Gray in the tavern.","Scope and Contents Asks Woods to get paints?","Corn is put up. Other farm business is tended to. Asks if Franklin Woods is going down the river.","How and when money for public land is due.","Notifies Woods his house must be moved.","Surprised Woods will not advance liquor for the tavern Coll and Gray want to establish in a building by Woods.","Bill for two land suits he is handling for Woods have not been paid.","Asks if a suit should be brought.","Asking for liquor for his tavern.","Scope and Contents His conveyance of land to Woods omits lifting an obligation to ? Cole. Cannot meet a proposal of Woods concerning flour and whiskey.","Misunderstood agreement with Woods.","Scope and Contents Recollection of a settlement of lawsuits against ? Nichols.","Asks Woods to survey some land.","Scope and Contents Register of the land Office, Marietta, Ohio. Asks Woods to send patent for land. Asks about a forthcoming sale.","Scope and Contents Request to let William Clark have two barrels of flour out of Woods' subscription to the meeting house.","Scope and Contents Encloses receipt for James Pindall's fees. Wilson's suit against Booth will be lengthy. Still finishing his house. Philip Doddridge is candidate for Congress. Extreme politeness shown Wilson family by Edward Brake ? Jackson.","Scope and Contents As executor of Jeremiah? Hunt, he cannot exchange his brother's land, but can sell it.","Does not wish to buy Woods' house.","Wants use of a lot.","Scope and Contents Thinks ? Meadows will buy land, if not, ? Buchanan will. Gives report on crops and prices. Describes hailstorm with stones measuring fourteen inches in circumference.","Will set out for Indiana. James Paull has a bond on agents of the Penetentiary at Frankfort.","Offers to divide and sell brother's estate's land.","Estimates cost of thirteen hundred dollars to build a house for Woods.","Eugenius has had fever. House is not finished yet.","On his way to New Orleans. Gives prices.","Has given information to ? Chesbrough. Recommends Chesbrough as a tenant.","Sold Woods' land to James Buckhanon. Gives news of his family.","Wants to know if Woods would exchange land in Ohio, for land in Indiana for Bowland's brother, Matthew.","Concerns property lines and rye.","Appreciates Woods' offer regarding his house in Wheeling, but his wife is unwilling to reenter tavernkeeping.","Scope and Contents Saying that he shipped himself on board the brig \"Harriot\" for Baltimore with paid passage \u0026 thirteen hundred \u0026 thirty dollars.","Illness of everyone, Wants more land.","Cannot keep tavern because wife is ill. Recommends John Isett.","Would like to visit the next day.","Brother Robert Poage got ankle dislocated. Has not heard anything respecting Mr. Jening's recent receipt?","Concerns a legal dispute. Will come in about October 5 or 6. concerns other collections.","Will write a lawyer he knows in Kentucky to get information for Woods.","Scope and Contents Describes death of Franklin Woods on board brig \"Harriott\". Woods' money, watch, and trunk are in possession of Capt. Diamond in Baltimore.","Concerns taking of depositions of Philip Doddridge, Thomas Wilson and ? Hammond. \"I am of your opinion that the cause ought to be tried while Judge Tucker is on the Bench. I like his bold strait-forward way of getting at justice.\" Thomas Wilson's health is not good. His wife and child went out in carriage.","Encloses a short address and petition relative to removal of the Seat of Government.","Supervision of cleaning out of street. Expresses sympathy in loss of Woods' son.","Asks Woods for a description of his house in Wheeling.","Judgment has been obtained in case of Paul's assignee v. Boothe. Mary is in as good health as could be expected from her \"delicate situation.\" Does not think he will move to Wheeling.","Gives legal advice from ? Hammond concerning the building of a house.","Has discussed deal with ? Minor. Coll will take the bargain under certain arrangements.","Asks Woods to deliver to Woods, Paull \u0026 Co. the bonds of Joseph Vanmeter as security.","Recounts death of Franklin Woods. Gives statement of Barr Wilson in lawsuit of Wilson against Daniel Booth.","Goes over his side of an argument with Shepherd apparently concerning Shepherd's business with the North West Bank.","Will take Woods' property if Woods will put house in order.","Has tended to paying Croghan's land taxes. Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Recommends ? Gray.","Scope and Contents James Pleasants elected governor. William Brown of Williamsburg was elected chancellor of Fredericksburg or Williamsburg District. Mentions possibility of removal of seat of justice in Ohio County, Virginia","Bill appointing commissioners to locate seat of justice in Ohio County was rejected by committee]. Bill passed House of Delegates ratifying the convention entered into by Henry Clay and Benjamin Watkins Leigh. Discusses re-apportionment.","Scope and Contents Outlines debate over moving seat of justice in Ohio County, West Virginia \"Doddridge conducts himself well and is decidedly the ablest man in the House.\"","Has received letters \"giving the sad tidings of your sons deaths, both of them esteemed by us all....\" Lists his selections of public lands. Excuses why he has not been to White River. Has built four cabins. Gives crop prices.","Declines making a contract for a house belonging to Swearinger and gives reasons.","Scope and Contents \" I am very much so feeble as much as possible to be out of be \u0026 troubled with doleful low spirits. The Lord knows I have not had much in a married life but what has been pain to body and mind;\" Grieves for brother. Writes about her son, Alfred.","Asks that Silvia (a slave) be sent to her.","Gives his terms for exchange of land.","Encloses form of deed and an opinion. Has referred matter of slave, Sylvia or Silvia, to Mary, but is fearful that if Woods can not manage her, he will be unable to. Pleased to send Washington Wilson? to Philadelphia for glasses. Discusses benefits sight will provide.","Excuse for not getting brick for Woods.","Is writing for John Stipp to ask Woods to stay execution for money owed Woods.","Asks Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Asks for receipt and that Paull would try to get Woods to indulge him on debt for a while.","Request for corn and straw.","Asking them to hurry to complete a house they are building for him to minimize fire hazard.","Request for flour and bran.","Scope and Contents His wife, Mary, is in excellent health. Includes, Autograph Letter Signed, of Mary (Woods) Wilson, Morgantown, West Virginia to Ann (Poage) Woods Gives news of family.","Sends form of a deed. Has asked Alpheus Wilson to decide to go to Wheeling or stay in Morgantown. If he stays, Eugenius Wilson will go to Wheeling.","Thinks he can collect money from McLean \u0026 Guard.","Urges him to finish house.","Asks Woods to have his lot for a house surveyed.","Explains delay in settling debt of James Okey to Woods.","Announces birth of a daughter.","Lists quarters of public lands. Asks that deeds for certain lands be sent.","Lists two questions about the Cumberland Road and asks Doddridge to respond so people can decide whether or not to vote for him for Congress. Includes Doddridge responding to Woods' questions.","Asks information about land on Fishing Creek.","Needs to go to Washington, D.C. to save himself for an endorsement in the North West Bank.","Describes how she feel after her daughter is one month old. Has no one with her except a black woman named Dark? Would rather Silvia not come.","Discussing possibility of lawsuit between Noah Zane and Woods.","Unable to comply with summons.","Request for flour.","Is trying to sell his farm.","Flour from Woods' mill is too dark. Asks to buy some more.","Offers deal to Woods to lease land with option to buy.","Describes the activities of the household. Plans trip. Mentions slave, Dark.","Description of Indiana and Indianapolis, in particular.","Wants to buy a lot.","Family news.","Wants to move West, but needs Woods' advice on where to settle. Eugenius ill with bllious fever. Lists candidates for Congress, including Philip Doddridge.","Reports on Edgar C. Wilson's trip to Indiana. Alpheus has not yet decided about moving. A lawsuit in Clarksburg has been continued. Gives Chancellor's reasons and states that North West Bank needs to answer.","Request for money. Brother is dying.","A man has applied for a lease of Woods' land to make saltpetre.","Asks for a legal opinion concerning one of the North West Bank of Virginia directors Moses H. Shepherd owing money to the Bank.","Asks Woods about land in Tyler County.","Describes Indiana and his circumstances living in Indianapolis.","Cannot get his money from Moses Shepherd for building a bridge on the National Road.","Sends five dollars although he doesn't think he owes Burns.","Describes court system in Indiana. Complains about its Constitution and laws. Death of Mrs. Eli Stealey. Col. Paxton who owes money to Thomas Wilson lives there. Mentions Jacob Wetzel?","Does not want to go back to Captina. Has hogs ready to drive.","Concerns an injunction gotten by ? Booth.","Needs answers of Benjamin W. Wilson, George Paull and Archibald Woods to an injunction obtained by Booth. Bears notes by Archibald Woods.","Leaves a contract for land up to Woods.","Requests $13 on Archibald Woods' account.","Bill for the National Intelligencer.","Wants Woods to stop a survey being entered by Neil Gunn.","Interested in land owned by Woods on Middle Island.","Serving as deputy clerk. \"A good many Indians allways about Fort Harrison...they are quite peacable however I was under the necessity of giving a Potawatomy a flogging a few days ago for his impudence.\" Has a full set of surveying instruments. Has written Thomas Woods about his land. Is guardian of 12 year old boy.","Concerns taking of depositions in lawsuit involving ? Wilson.","Does not think anything should be done regarding threat against North West Bank of Virginia until director carries out threat.","Director who owes money to bank has hired able lawyers including Philip Dod]ridge.Should bank settle debt by accepting stock at par?","Unable to travel to Clarksburg as witness in U. States v. Salathial Curtis. Asks to be excused.","Injunction of Booth v. Paull was dissolved as to all except $350. Case of Caruthers against North West Bank of Virginia was decided in favor of bank. Case of Poage against Thomas Wilson decided for Wilson. People in Clarksburg want to effect a reorganization of judicial districts.","Wants to buy clay from Woods' swamp.","Dispute over security for rent.","Describes situation of lawyers in Indianapolis.","Has a man, William Drenninger,who wishes to lease Woods' property.","Asks him to send patents and to speak to governor about money owed to North West Bank of Virginia by Moses H. Shepherd. Asks him to see if land in Tyler County was sold for taxes.","Lists taxes owed on land in Tyler County.","Unable to see him. Ash can rely on Woods' doing what he said he would.","Jacob Ash cannot pay for land on Middle Island. Carothers would like to buy on same terms.","Will accept slave in trade for Hog Run land.","Scope and Contents Read letter to Barr who is interested in land if he can sell his. Finch is not interested in proposal made to him by Woods as it stands.","Wants to buy land from Woods.","Governor will not express an opinion on money Moses Shepherd owes to North West Bank. Directors will be appointed next week. Willson does not wish to run again for General Assembly.","Has begun suit against Booth. Elated at prospect of armory being fixed at Jackson's Forge on Cheat Mt. six miles from town. \"If we get the Armory-then the canal will come near that-and what a space does that open for building castles in the air!\"","Is enclosing copies of patents. Elkins' patent cannot be found. Old directors of North West Bank re-appointed. Discusses several bills concerning the Bank and taxation. Friends of William Crawford are in favor of Congressional caucus.","Prefers Leffler for Senate over Morgan. Thinks Morgan's name and residence will give him a large majority in this County over Leffler, Edgington or McCloy. Asks Woods to send circumstances of lawsuit involving land purchased from William Croghan. If he runs for General Assembly would have to give up office he holds, would lose business while in Richmond and could not save money \"if a man mingles with the first ranks of Society \u0026 lives with the most influential members which I should certainly do in order to give myself standing which would enable me to be useful to my constituents.\" Attempting to contract for books in Baltimore. \"Stephen does tolerably well after having rec'd several whippings.\" Does not think Armory will be located yet.","Continues in readiness and waits for Woods to come.","General assembly business. Richmond Junto is for Crawford, Clay next.","North American Insurance Companywill insure Woods' house. Presents terms.","Bill to amend charter of Northwestern Bank was rejected in Committee. Majority for Crawford. Clay stands next to Crawford. Morgan is candidate for the Senate. Expect to elect Charles F. Mercer a brigadier general. Bill for additional appropriation to the University of Virginia has many enemies.","Has toured various countries. Describes Weston. Thinks Philip Doddridge will have a better chance for election this election.","Applies to Graham for redress because Joseph Woods would not sell land.","Describes her household.","Needs information on whether to bid against Clarke for land.","Cannot find patents to land on Hog Run.","Wants to buy land.","Has not find papers for Hog Island land. Has no objection to suit being instituted in his name.","\"The presidential quesion is slumbering \u0026 the cause of the Greeks is occupying its place.\" Against the state borrowing money to improve James and Potomac Rivers.","Is enclosing a legal opinion. Gives advice on suit in Croghan's name. Also legal questions regarding suit against Booth. Joseph T. Daugherty will run for General Assembly.","Has settled Woods' delinquent land tax.","Alterations made in judiciary system. Presidential politics in Indiana.","Sale of house, lot and tannery of James Okey, deceased.","Has leased Woods' land and would like to buy it. Makes offer.","Terms for leasing land from Woods.","Misunderstanding over Conner working for Woods the previous fall.","Includes draft of Archibald Woods to ? Rapp.","Cites laws pertaining to military land warrants. \"My greatest anxiety at this time is to get a library.\"","Purchased 27 acres on hill north of town.","William Deringer has agreed to lease part of Woods' quarter. Questions about location of water.","Hunt is ready to sell land and can make a good title.","Arrangements to obtain slave Woods is trading for land.","Detained by lowness of river.","Norval Wilson?. Has a fine girl. Ready to change her name. Is giving ? short \"soft looks.\" Gives other family news.","All fractions and part of fractions of land will be offered at remaining sales in half quarters.","For 16,4000 acres in Tyler County. Bears affidavits by A. S. Brickhead. Copy made by D. Hickman.","Is not interested in selling land and buying any of Hunt. Concerned about healthiness of the land. Describes number of game killed. Describes his property. Expects Wetsel? to go with him to look for a lead mine the Indians have told him of.","May expect him within two weeks.","Informs Rapp of a mistake in quantity of land.","Could not send money by John Owens because he does not get along. \"...Mrs. Bowland has not spoke to her father, nor uncle since the time of her marriage.\" Will send money by Edgar Campbell Wilson.\"I am about to open a house of entertainment in this place.\"","Unwilling to compel slave to leave Woods that was to be exchanged for land. Send $400 instead.","\"...I send Hazel and have no doubt he will please you. As he has not seen you, I have had to promise that if he is not pleased with his situation I will replace him...\"","Cannot meet with Woods about land deal.","Has purchased land at Woods' request.","Wants to buy a fractional part of a quarter of public land.","Asks Skinner to convey a letter and money to Joseph Hood for public land.","Speculates on a trip. Slave, Darky, is ill. Children, Ann and Steve, always get into mischief. Washington started yesterday to Canonsburgh to college. Neighbor, Mrs. Dougherty is dying of consumption.","Asks payment of fees for legal services rendered in Paull v. Daniel Booth.","Defends himself from Woods' remarks concerning the painting of a fence by his son and other remarks.","Tried to carry out Woods instructions in regard to the purchase of a fraction of public land but was unable to because of rules cited by Joseph Woods, Register of Land Office and by the Receiver.","Crops, hunting.","Offers slave for sale.","Concerns vines.","Wants to buy land from Hunt.","Will forward deed to Woods when he picks it up in Louisville. Would like to see slave \u0026 reconcile him to accompany him to Kentucky, \"for I assure you, I can not resort to force to induce it... I could not think of having him delivered to me at this place, or of his remaining here any time, the best of servants would get spoiled in this place directly.\"","Chancellor's opinion is that redress should be sought on covenant of warranty which rests in the heirs, not the administrator.\"","Bank is not selling drafts until September.","Is suspending the issuing of a patent until after next Congress.","Woods' land at Woodsfield do not live up to his expectations. Would like list of Indiana lands.","Description of journey from Wheeling to Morgantown. Daniel Booth and John Wilson have been committed to jail by marshals.","Cannot find record that Woods paid taxes. Needs to pay to keep land for being sold. Includes Benjamin W. Wilson, to Archibald Woods, asking Woods for money and informing him he could not get oxen.","Desires to buy land.","Apologizes for sending deed after Woods declined to purchase the land. Still would like to sell it.","To sell 300 acres of land to Andrew Ragu, Drury Baker and George Baker.","Daniel Booth and Juno Wilson were bonded out of jail and broke the bond. General Booth was security and now is bound for whole debt. Family news. Edgar has given up intention of returning to Indiana.","Will bring cattle the following week.","Needs depositions from Woods for Chapline's lawsuit in which Woods will be cross examined.","Illness in neighborhood. Is thinking of leaving. Asks about land owned by Woods.","Will transfer land when requested.","Will be at Woodsfield, 1824 October 11. Offers tanyard.","Makes offer for lots.","Makes offer for lots.","Family news.","Asks Woods to endorse for $500.","Asks for specifics of land offer.","Wishes to buy lot in Woodsfield. Includes, Note of memorandum by Woods of an offer to Miller, 1824 October 30.","Asks for more information for Chapline's lawsuit.","Unable to attend court in case of U.S. v. Salathiel Curtis.","Unable to pay for lot. Lists different alternatives.","Legal advice pertaining to Woods v. John and Stephen R. Wilson and the land claimed by William Croghan, Jr. and the Chaplines.","Concerns bill for Ohio Company presented to bank that should be paid if Thomas Wilson says it should be paid. Includes document of Thomas Wilson,stating that he did not handle the suit, but James McGee did. Tells what he knows.","Edgar has gone to Mason County, Virginia. Alpheus does not like living in Pennsylvania. Nancy (Wilson) Crawford died in June, leaving three month old child.","To build a log cabin. Gives specifications.","Has not been paid by Moses Chapline.","Wants more information about tending mill for Woods.","Needs answer to Archibald Woods' question. Includes Israel to Sehon undated, stating he has already responded to Woods. 1 page.","Immediately sent Woods' letter down to Jacob Israel.","Makes an offer for property.","Wants to lease land from Woods.","Thinks bill for Moses H. Shepherd and his account with the National Road] will pass both houses in Congress. Vote for President and Vice President will be held that day. Bill has passes House for continuation of Cumberland Road.","Scope and Contents Heard of opposition in Ohio County to Philip Doddridge. Doddridge is favorite of Monongalia. \"The people here appear to be weary and ashamed of such a feeble, inefficient cypher as our present representative.\" Interest in Union canal.","Mrs. McLeery's house and lots are for sale. She is interested in living there. \"you mentioned in your last letter you would like to sell Sye and his wife to some person here. I don't know any person here that is able to unless Alpheus would. When he moved to Pennsylvania he set his free and now he is coming to Virginia he will want them.\" Alpheus' wife has another daughter.","Since Cumberland Road continuation is settled, district will no longer be divided. Asks that Woods bring correspondence between E. W. Wells and ? Morgan to the election. \"I have a strong personal desire to be elected at this time. I feel that I have almost subdued a habit which has long held me depressed. A change of circumstances would assist me with a powerful moral force.\"","Pays debt to bank. Asks to borrow more money.","Wants to know it he will lease for another year.","Deposit in Bank of Indiana for money owed to Woods by John and Joseph Smith.","Thanks Woods for 10 volumes of state papers. \"Mary is in no conditon to travel....\" Received $200 for Booth money in PaullV. Booth.Would like History of the Council of Trentfrom Woods' library. Doddridge is campaigning well. Hopes for canal.","Dispute over hogs.","Concerns rye.","Legal opinion concerning judgment of Ohio Company against Edward and Jonathan Jackson.","Upset that Joseph Johnson will be elected. Has not heard who is appointed judge in place of ? Jackson.","Received Woods' agreement in case of Woods et al. v. Wilson. Woods can take Charles Hammond's deposition in Cincinnati. Questions to ask.","Concerns parts for a repair?","Will pay him as soon as he can. Cannot find purchaser. If bad health this season, he will leave.","Asking Shepherd to pay debt owed to Franklin Woods.","Authorizes Caldwell to execute deed of trust in debt owed to Franklin Woods by Moses Shepherd.","Sends oxen to be sold. Deletes land deal between ? Clarke and ? Martin.","Concerns taking of Hammond's deposition in Wilsonv. Woods.Thinks Woods or someone should \"attend for Doddridge may be absent-may be drunk....\" Does not trust Doddridge because he is employed by Spencer if Wilson wins lawsuit. Mentions canal. Family news.","Asks questions regarding notices on the taking of depositions in Wilson v. Woods. Includes Archibald Woods to Eugenius M. Wilson. Concern Wilson v. Wood.","Will keep the oxen.","Purchased a pair of bears? Will not again be a candidate unless that should entirely consist with the views of E. M. Wilson and Thomas Hayward.","Ready to do millwright work.","Needs to know time he is to give deposition in Wilson v. Woods. Needs note in North West Bank of Virginia continued.","Failed to get Hammond's deposition because no hour specified in the notice. Thomas Wilson has dropsy. His best \"negro man, George, whether from some physical disease or from grief...of his master's death...suddenly went mad...got into the river and was drowned.\"","Woods' lands near Salt Creek will be valuable because of salt.","Thanks Woods for catching his mare.","(Apparently has been elected to a church conference?) of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Family news, including wife's approaching confinement and father's (Thomas Wilson) health.","Family news including her approaching confinement, health of her father-in-law (Thomas Wilson). Husband, Eugenius, has been elected to convention at Staunton.","Asks Woods' help with note to be put in North Western Bank.","Mary had girl. Sick afterwards. Treatments described.","Unhappy over route through his land. Also not pleased with goods sent by Mallory.","Depositions have been taken in Wilson v. Woods.","For 1180 acres in Belmont County, Ohio. Bears affidavit of Samuel Fitch and recorded by William Paris, Jr.","Needs $300 to be given to Knox \u0026 McGee.","Unable to obtain Philip Doddridge's deposition. Left him drunk at Staunton. Legal advice to Woods. Family news.","Ill-health of Mary (Woods) Wilson. Baby is named Frances. Prospective trips.","Needs to depend upon having Woods' place to rent.","Archibald Woods to ? defending himself from charge he induced Knox \u0026 McKee to not honor recipients drafts.","Will not attend examination because son, William, has nothing memorized to deliver. Asks why. Includes Archibald Woods, to Jasper Mallory, concerning money owed by Mallory to Woods.","Emily would like to go to school in Baltimore.","Scope and Contents Wilson v. Woods was not tried. \"Negro woman and three children\" belonging to estate he was administering ran away. He may be liable. \"The negros are leaving this County by whole families and very few retaken. I look for Darky to go next and I shall not much regret it for although she is a good house servant yet I cannot (unless I lock her up every night) prevent her from getting into bad company, and she has now become almost a common strumpet--a being that I loathe to look upon.\" has not received money in Paull v. Booth.","Needs to know what arrangement is to be made for Moses H. Shepherd to pay debt.","Woods' son-in-law, C. D. Knox has left word regarding Tavern. Asks Woods to send terms.","Concerned over a director owing bank money.","Describes his tavern in Wheeling and its location.","Family news from Augusta County, Virginia. Eugenius Wilson is unpopular because perceived as spearheading prosecution against two members of General Assembly, Edward Watts and Francis Billingsley for bribery. Mentions effect of death of James Pindall.","Suit has been instituted in Superior Court of Law against ? Childers?","Concerns about lawsuit which charges a title to land Woods is involved in is vague. Asks for patents and information.","Redeems watch. Asks Woods to come survey land.","Asks if a position is available at Knox \u0026 McKee for Washington Wilson. Death of Thomas Wilson.","Washington Wilson declines position with Knox \u0026 McGee and has accepted one elsewhere. Death of Thomas Wilson and death of Sarah Woods.","Suggests Woods come to next Court when Court House will be discussed.","Pork is rejected by Navy inspectors. Settled business with Moses H. Shepherd who will dismiss lawsuits.","Political prospects for Congress. News of Morgantown. Summarizes letter from a runaway slave.","Progress of lawsuit in Wilson v. Woods.","Unable to pay money owed to Woods.","Chancellor Tucker has rendered decision. Wilson v. Woods must be decided by jury. Doddridges' arguments good. Received Booth money.","Outlines political strategy to convince Haymond not to run for Congress.","Roadmakers are ready to cut drain through Woods' field.","Predicts results in congressional race. Brother Norval Wilson married to ? Howland.","Unable to pay money.","Order for flour.","Builders of National Road have let water onto his garden.","Recommends ? Kennon to purchase land.","Has checked lawsuits of Kershner v. England, Morris, Woods \u0026 Caldwell.","Would like to be appointed superintendent of road.","Inquires about land his deceased father owned in Ohio County. If Woods never collected money for A. Hamilton, he won't from his estate which will be insolvent. McClandhan's mother died 1824 May.","William Brookover would like to rent land from Woods.","Darky, slave, has tried to run away twice. Is being returned to Woods family.","Concerned over money owed Northwestern Bank by a director. Recommends three names to be appointed as director.","Suggests Woods direct finishing of his warehouse.","Transmits money owed to Woods by ? Maxwell.","Compromise proposed in Wilson v. Woods. Cresap v. Chapline's heirs was decided in favor of Cresap. Has sold Darky to man in Harrison County for $300.","Thinks Doddridge will stand better chance of winning than Leffler for Congress.","Concerns appointment of Woods as a director of Northwestern Bank.","Concerns Wilson v. Woods, Woods v. Booth, and Woods' place as director of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Will defend three directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against being surplanted.","Concerns Emily Knox's dissatisfaction with her school in Baltimore.","Does not recommend compromise in Wilson v. Woods. Problem with directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia T. P. Ray and Alpheus P. Wilson will attend canal convention before going to Richmond. Does not trust Thomas S. Haymond. Passes on name of George Kyger for tavern. Wilson will act as clerk in T. P. Ray's absence.","Maxwell expects to pay money owed to Woods.","Moses Shepherd wants to meet with Woods.","Defends Henry St. George Tucker from charge of being an agent of John R. Wilson (charges perhaps levied by Philip Doddridge).","Notifies Ruggles that there is already a post office named Captina Creek in Belmont County, Ohio so suggests another name.","Family news.","Travel in Missouri in winter.","Making arrangements to pay note. Candidate for next Congress. Hopes Woods will not move against Middle Island Company.","Need postal route on west side of Ohio River. Asks Woods' advice.","Satisfied with how situation regarding indebtedness of directors of Northwester Bank of Virginia has turned out. Yarnall, Sprigg and Shepherd together owe about $70,000. Sprigg and Shepherd re-elected. Quotes Woods' misgivings about Henry St. George Tucker. Should resist any change in venue in Woods v. Wilson.","Advice on a postal route west of Ohio River.","Route has been established to serve Captina Point (now Powhatan Point).","Has horse for sale.","No reply to previous letter. Will call on Woods to take deposition concerning claim of Moses Shepherd for building National Road.","Sends dried peaches. Does not want to rent Woods' place when lease expires.","Major Smith intends to become a tenant under Woods.","Post route has been established including Woodsfield.","Advice in Wilson v. Woods. Family news including the education of an orphan child.","Damage done to Woods' land by a tenant. Suggests a ? Davis to make 100,000 brick.","Will take along with James Smith the store and warehouse.","Will pay bills for daughter, Emily, and make arrangements for her trip home.","Does not consider land cleared properly by Miller.","Wants to buy wood from Woods.","Has sold tanyard--asks Woods or George Paull to make out deed to William Craig, the purchaser. Business is stirring at Woodsfield.","Concerns land claimed by James McHenry. Gives information concerning McHenry's family. Probably concerns Wilson v. Woods.","Asks Woods to call on him at his office.","Concerns money owed by ? Maxwell.","Woods v. Boothe. Has settled with Mrs. Pindall. Woods v. Wilson did not gain a change of venue and Henry St. George Tucker's opinion.","Asks about note for money owed by ? Smith.","Inability to pay money owed to Woods.","Will tend to collecting money for Woods.","Bad health of Robert Woods. Gives news of extended family. Wants flour sent to him on a regular basis.","Family news.","Sends eight dollars.","Agrees to buy land.","Has deposited $1520 in bank for Wilson's use. Bring deed to Philadelphia.","Shall attend a sale.","Needs to stay in Morgantown to attend to client's business. Will have subpoenas served. Thinks Doddridge should be examined as a witness.","Needs aged whiskey.","Wants to give up place. Recommends Obed Morris to have it.","Learned through Thomas S. Haymond that it is intention of Yarnal \u0026 Co. to make a violent effort to get the ascendancy in the direction of the Northwestern Bank. Has erred in recommending Zane as a director.","Unable to see John Rector.","Encloses $250 From ? Maxwell. Thinks Chancellor Tucker will refuse motion for a new trial. Jacobs and Doddridge \"argued rather feebly....I explained to the Judge all the circumstances of the trial on our journey up from Morgantown to this court.\"","Asks questions about the building of a turnpike since one has been authorized by legislature from Nashville to Columbia.","Dispute over Woods' not putting warehouse in repair and over the price of a horse.","Has gotten load and a halt of clay and has filled up holes in bank which he understands is Woods' objection to taking clay.","Disappointed at Chancellor Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods. Gives advice on next legal steps to take.","Scope and Contents Answers inquiries made by Woods in  Wilson v. Woods . Doddridge upset at remark he was unwell. Has put a piece in the paper under signature of \"concert\" supporting Adams meeting.","States condition of Northwest Bank of Virginia Recommends against appointment of Moses W. Chapline or ? Yarnall as directors.","Answering questions posed by Archibald Woods about methods and cost of building National Road. Also mentions Ohio Road and McAdams Plan of road construction. Questions in handwriting of Woods.","Asks delay in paying money.","Had anti-Jackson meeting. Ladies have formed literary society which meets in Wilson's office every Monday evening in which the Bible makes a part of their reading.","Wants to rent Woods' tavern in Wheeling.","Terms of land deal.","Must have whole record copied--not selected parts. Legal advice in Wilson v. Woods. Believes Chancellor Tucker was wrong in directing issue to be tried. Advises an appeal.","Anthony D. Clarke borrowed $5,000 from Woods secured by deed of trust for land. Asks it they have the funds.","Will give up his house in Frederick. Then will look out for a first rate hotel. Thanks Charles D. Knox for writing him about Woods' hotel in Wheeling.","Asks her father to visit. Discusses her children. Has clergyman boarding with them who will teach school.","Wants to buy land. Includes John H. Jenkins to Archibald Woods, recommending Strean?","Describes arrival of first steamboat, \"Reindeer\" at Morgantown. Court record of Wilson v. Woods will not be copied for a month because it is so large and clerk has other records to copy. Alpheus P. Wilson and T. P. Ray started to Richmond to attend Anti-Jackson Convention.","Would like to rent a house if Woods or any of his friends buys it.","Has received court record of 216 pages in Wilson v. Woods. Gives legal advice for the appeal. Morgan has declared for Senate.","Legal advice.","Send survey of 800 acre tract at Middle Island and he will make offer.","Ready to give out brickmaking contract, for courthouse in Woodsfield?","Asks Caldwell to stop cutting timber on land sold to Nathan Ilanes. Includes memorandum of letter to Governor by Woods concerning Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Does not think the bill concerning his account with the U.S. for building the National Road will be acted upon this session.","Needs to borrow money from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Asks help in getting a note discounted.","Asks if he can pay debt with steers and horses.","Sends carpet yarn to be colored and woven. Does not want a little girl to help in house. Mr. Russ (Presbyterian minister) is boarding with them.","Asks help in obtaining loan from Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Sends two pigs.","Has procured two six week old pigs for Woods.","Believes Henry St. George Tucker's decision in Wilson v. Woods will be reversed. Chapman Johnson is tending to appeal. High spirits in Morgantown due to prospects for railroad. He and Ray are directed to invest $3200 in bank stock as executors of N. Evans.","Asks Woods' help in getting payment from Moses Shepherd for helping to build bridge as part of the National Road. Daniel Steenrod owes him.","Scope and Contents Thanks him for new saddle. Hope he will go to the Springs.","Asks Woods to advance fee.","There is a case against Dillon for $1,000 ordered by Jacobs. Clark will appeal in ejectment case.","Answers complaints about the shoeing of Woods' horse.","Hesitant to give advice in Clark lawsuit, but does so. Has applied to be Commonwealths Attorney in Brooke, Tyler and Randolph counties.","Cannot pay him yet. Since Woods is concerned with Wheeling foundry, asks for a cast screw and plate for pressing cloth at his fulling mill.","Adams has sold land in Delaware. Will pay Woods when that is settled. Sehon will pay his part even if he has to borrow.","Would like to borrow two hundred dollars from Woods.","New York is in favor of Andrew Jackson. New York \"is destined to be a Great Nation within itself.\"","Concerns Daniel Clark.","Leaving for Bedford. Did not get appointment as Commonwealth's Attorney for Brooke County or Tyler County. Still a candidate for Randolph County.","Concerns possibility of a canal. Public is losing confidence in Railroad company.","Father-in-law needs land. Send terms.","Will attend to entering land for Woods.","Clark says Woods has libeled and will not agree to terms.","Legal advice concerning injunction against Clarke.","Passes on legal advice from Genin and his advice in lawsuit against Clark.","Horatio Bakewell needs clay.","Gives his advice in lawsuit against Clarke. Thinks Woods should have compromised. Sends money for Alfred's bill.","Legal advice regarding the administration of an estate.","Interested in renting house.","Washington Wilson is seeking a new position.","Clark did not give security in lawsuit.","Clark did not give security. May compromise. Have lost member of Congress.","Interested in being miller.","Advises against lawsuit in name of Northwestern Bank of Virginia against ? Adams. Justifies Sehon's bill for copying court record. Alpheus P. Willson has son, Evans.","Scope and Contents Megurder? unwilling to give bail to close deed.","Describes stay in Pittsburgh.","Will make deed and send it. Father's health is bad.","Will lease stove and storehouses at Powhatan Point.","News of Morgantown and their mutual friends.","Has entered land for Woods.","Dispute with Jasper? Mallory.","Woods has been appointed state proxy to represent state in the North Western Bank of Virginia. General Assembly is discussing Georgia and South Carolina anti-tariff resolutions.","Has decided to marry Mrs. McFerran, sister of Stephen Clowell. Gives reasons.","Unable to pay Woods.","Pannell need to finish house he is building for Woods.","Remits money.","Legal advice in lawsuit against Clarke.","Asks for location of Woods' land near his land so he can examine it.","Concerns candidates for election to Constitutional Convention of 1829. Mentions Edgar Campbell Wilson's prospects for re-election. Is worried about financial matters. Has spent one-fourth of income on religious and charitable matters.","Would like to meet concerning mill.","Discusses his reelection campaign. Mentions newspaper. Eugenius' candidacy for Convention of 1829.","Cannot wind up business and take Woods' mill for two months. Would like to be let off contract.","Needs Woods to attend bank board meeting of Northwestern Bank of Virginia and bring Steenrod so Board can authorize Thomas Woods to release a claim.","Would like to take Woods' mill.","His candidacy for the Constitutional Convention of 1829 and his position on reform.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Thought McLure had sold his foundry.","Crippled and unable to do anything. Dispute over building a house for Woods.","Tries to settle debt.","Balance due in public land entered by Woods.","Prospects for Mallory to rent mouth of Captina.","Gives terms for selling land to Woods.","Deed needs to be re-done. Buckhannon unable to pay. Sylvanus Tarkington makes offer for land. Leffler and brother do not like the country.","Sends bank notes by Archibald Woods.","Making plans in case her husband, Eugenius, attends Constitutional Convention of 1829.","Dissatisfied with house Randolph has built.","Needs payment for land.","Dispute with ? Pollock.","Needs note discounted.","Does not know when patent will be issued on Peter Hines' land.","Needs to meet with Woods regarding the \"Captina Business.\"","Needs Woods influence with court. Will come alone because it is not safe to bring Negroes to that County.","Details of a trip to Bloomington, Ind.","Coulter quotes law on deputy clerks to show that his signature on a certificate of a deed is valid.","Gives terms on which he will rent land from Woods.","Asks Woods' help with debt owed by James Woods \u0026 Co.","A statement concerning money owed him by ? Booth.","Answers questions about land he sold.","Answers questions about sale of mortgaged land by Henry Smith.","Reports on value of Woods' land. Mentions grant of land for canal through the state.","Found house. Will pay Woods for pasture.","Will come to Wheeling to check on house being built for him there.","Talked to his father about mortgaged land that was sold. Promise family will pay Woods.","Sends copy of caveat.","Wants to buy town lot from Woods.","Sends Woods notice of money due.","? Thomas is interested in renting a tavern.","Concerns Silas Bowery who purchased mortgaged land from Henry Smith. Sends bill for services as a spy attested by John Brown who was a ranger at the same time.","Scope and Contents Deed between Archibald Woods and Ann Woods of the first part, John McLure and Mary McLure of the second part, James H. Forythe and Ellen Forsythe of the third part, John List and Ann List of the fourth part, and Thomas Woods and May Woods of the fifth part all of Ohio County, West Virginia] and Thomas Johnston, Israle Updegraff, John List and Ellen List of the sixth part to convey land in North Wheeling.","Wants to take house (hotel?) from Woods.","Terms for King to lease a tavern.","Will be in Wheeling to negotiate lease.","Re-assures Woods about mortgaged land.","Introduces Thomas Edmundson who is a stockholder in Franklin Turnpike Road and is inspecting U.S. Road (McAdam's Road.)","Wants to know if Woods will agree to sell his father's (E. McClanahan) land. Has nine children, all daughters. He will be sixty-one in April. Other news of his family.","Asks if John Caldwell and wife are alive.","Wants to clarify title to land transferred by Wheeling Co. to Middle Island Company. Concerned about the dower right of Mrs. John Caldwell.","Has paid Woods' taxes. Explanation concerning a lease.","Concerns orders for bricks.","Delay in readying Globe Inn. Can get present building ready.","Discusses career plans, medical school, and growth of Cincinnati.","Toll gates on U.S. Road will not pass. May get single appropriation to repair it. Mentions bridge.","Trying to collect money from James Campbell.","New building needs fireplaces and filled ice house. Wants to supervise building of kitchen.","Concerns Cumberland Road and Bridge.","Introduces ? Shaffer of Pittsburgh who is a miller.","Will comply with terms for property transfer.","Scope and Contents Uncle and Aunt Wilson have moved to Wheeling. College has between 40 and 50 students. Includes Autograph Letter Signed of H. Woods, Washington, Pa., to Archibald Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia,1831 February 6. Outlines his course of study.","Asks Woods not to proceed against land for debt owed by ? Davidson since he (James Campbell) has purchased it.","Directions for fixing up hotel.","Pleased Woods has obtained an icehouse for the hotel. Requests a storeroom.","Encloses notice of Navy Department to application. Calhoun's pamphlet is out.","Various possibilities for an election.","Promises to pay money owed to Woods.","Hand money being lent to his son","Will come to Wheeling to practice medicine within two or three months.","Army worms have destroyed grain. Smith is mad at him for reporting to Woods Smith's sale of mortgaged land.","Randolph has not given up lease.","Will pay balance on a note and will try to pay other note during next winter.","Difference of opinion concerning expiration of lease.","Believe they can effect a trade.","Reports on Woods' land.","To carry out a contract between James McHenry's representatives and a land company consisting of Robert Woods,Archibald Woods, James Caldwell, Moses Chapline and John Caidwell.","For delinquent taxes to William Puett issued by Austin M. Puett, Commissioner of Revenue for Parke County, Indiana. Includes, receipt issued to Thomas Woods for payment of taxes.","Petition concerning navigation of Captina Creek has been referred to select committee. Send remonstrance.","Has turned over petitions to committee.","On way back from Missouri. Desires to close business with father's land. Asks that it be sold. Family news.","Does not believe stock will be subscribed.","Will open books for subscription of bank stock. Citizens desirous of procuring branch of North Western Bankor Richmond banks.","Wonders if he can accept payments for bank stock in notes rather than specie. Asks when a branch can be opened.","Sale of public lands.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns subscription of stock in North Western Bank.","Concerns deed to land sold by Eugenius Wilson who is deceased. Will do estimate of money to be collected soon. Gives Wilson's account with estate of N. Evans.","Wants to buy $500 in stock of North Western Bank under new charter if Woods thinks new stock profitable.","Asks to be released from part of terms of a lease.","Has submitted amendment to bank bill.","Will subscribe for stock for McCoy under the new charter of the Northwestern Bank of Virginia Worried about competition from possible branch of the U.S. Bank being established at Wheeling. Worried about branches of Northwestern Bank at Wellsburg and Morgantown. Lists directors.","Asks Woods to buy stock in North Western Bank for him. \"The debate still goes on with great violence and excitement on the emancipation of slavery, the opinion of the Committee will be reversed but I cannot say what will be the final result.\"","\"We have now been 14 days debating the question whether it is expedient at this time to legislate with a view to the gradual abolition of slavery...\"","Bill concerning navigations of Captina Creek has been postponed.","Paid tax on Thomas Woods' land.","350 shares have been subscribed in Wellsburg to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Report that Alpheus Wilson was drowned. Has some idea of returning from college because of ill-health.","Confirms report that Alpheus Wilson drowned.","Confirms death of Alpheus P. Wilson in Monongalia River. Suggests Hamilton return home from college if unwell. Has lost $2,000 by flooding of Ohio River.","Suspects fraud on part of Samuel H. Gutherie.","Presented resolutions adopted by directors of Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Thinks Bank bill will pass both houses. Tariff discussion still going on. Hopes it will be put to rest by amicable adjustment.","Needs note on Northwestern Bank passed. Nothing has been heard of body of Alpheus.","Will endeavor to get a board to meet with Woods on the subject of the note.","No material change in Eugenius Wilson.","Her father received letter from Woods concerning death of his son. Family news.","Wants first refusal of Captina property.","Needs to borrow money from North Western Bank.","Wants to buy a lot.","Sympathy in death of Thomas Woods and Emily Woods.","Wants to rent Captina property.","Will raise frame of mill June 12.","Lost horse in coal pit.Visited Pittsburgh.","Questions concerning stock in Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Needs flour.","Sympathy in death of Thomas and Emily Woods. Has paid tax on Thomas' land. Indian problems.","Terms he will buy house and lot on.","Cannot find material in Eugenius Wilson's papers concerning lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns dispute over sale of lots. Offers five hundred dollars for house and lot.","Asks about money for service due (War of 1812?) Black Hawk War causing hard times.","Notice to Woods that he must fill two lots with gravel because of standing water.","Okey's brother needs $100. Thinks Gutherie will do right thing.","Settlement of a lease.","David Ramsay doesn't intend to pay back money. Mentions casualties in Black Hawk War.","Asks indulgence on debt.","Wants to meet with Woods to reach agreement on land dispute.","Defends action of the congregaton for the support of the minister.","Scope and Contents Also lists directors.","John R. Hall needs loan for $250. Can obtain if Paull or Woods endorses for him. Paull does not endorse for anyone but recommends Hall to Woods.","Disappointed Woods did not meet with him. Offers to meet again to try to settle dispute.","Sends court date. Gutherie has bought back Headley's house and lot.","Understands Woods wants to sell tavern occupied by King. Asks terms.","Wants $16,000 for Wheeling House run by King.","Has advertised Woods' land for sale. Is candidate for state senate.","Would like to buy property from Woods if Guthrie relinquishes his claim.","Will be ready to go to Indiana with Hamilton Woods.","Samuel Atkinsonhas entered security double sum of our attachment. A writ of replevin? has issued against Woods to cause attached property to be returned.","Mr. Brighem is willing to teach Ann Eliza Woods.","Declines office as bank guard.","Details captures of two persons alleged to have robbed bank in Wheeling.","Can not get an answer from Guthrie about his meeting with Woods.","Unable to obtain loan from U.S. Bank because of uncertainty of the renewal of the charter. Will try further.","Legal advice regarding dispute with Samuel H. Gutherie.","Will meet with Peck. Would like for Col. Archibald Woods to be present.","Information concerning Woods' dispute with Samuel H. Guthrie.","Judge Hallock has allowed the injunction.","Proposes a settlement.","Legal steps he has taken in Woods' dispute with Gutherie.","Discusses various candidates for Congress.","Will convey deed to Eller.","Recommends ? Whitcomb for tending to Woods' land business. News of the legislature.","Needs to settle accounts. Buchannon ought to have been sued.","Does not have legal papers. Will try to accomplish payment of notes.","? Ray will attend court to prove will of Eugenius Wilson. Has not sent list of debts due to estate. Woods may have to give bond as executor. Will collect fees due Wilson.","Scope and Contents Notifies Floyd that Northwestern Bank of Virginia has been robbed. Includes Archibald Woods concerning a levy for a court house in Ohio County, West Virginia","Explains his role in the removal of Woods as a state director in the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Explains circumstances surrounding Woods' removal as state director in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Inquires about rental of farm. Apologizes for incident of previous year.","Asks permission to live on one acre of Woods' land.","Concerning Leffler's chances for election to Congress and the election of directors to the Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Concerns Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Have gained a most significant victory in the lower house over the Virginia nullifiers. Defeated by one vote. We shall either run Tyler or McCoy for the Senate...we shall not likely rally? Tyler. The west and middle regions are well organized and we can elect him to a certainty.., resolved to put down these southern notions. In Virginia much is to be done in the election of a senator. Rives is with us and if we get Tyler we are safe, at the request of several western members on Thursday last I addressed a letter to Tyler, to know his sentiments on secession and nullification. This evening I send his answer. Gives defense on appointment of directors to Northwestern Bank. Determined about spring election.","Possibilities for election to Congress.","Chances for election.","Family news. Concerned about his health. Questions about a debt and education of children.","Taking depositions to prove military service.","Would like to take a house he is building for Woods.","Terms for an agreement on land to avoid a lawsuit. Includes notes concerning Archibald Woods' terms of settlement with Joseph McCoy.","Candidacy for Congress.","Dispute with Archibald Woods.","Has application to buy Woods' land.","Guthrie cannot prepare himself to fulfill compromise offered.","Asks for copy of patent. Received $26,500 in part of money stolen from Northwestern Bank of Virginia. Lists candidates for Congress. Includes John McLure to Archibald Woods. Needs evidence to secure copy of a patent.","Has concluded to take Powhatan Place at Captina.","Will endorse a note for William B. King on certain conditions.","Asks that Woods make deed to Martha (Woods) Knox.","Thinks Woods need not fear any great difficulty with Guthrie. Equalizing board sits in June.","Sold Woods' land in Vigo County to Chauncey Rose. Thomas Woods' land has been sold for taxes. County in distressed situation for want of money. Failure of crops last two years.","Prospects for election to Congress.","Cannot pay money owed to Woods.","Information on Samuel H. Gutherie's business. Gave Woodman notice to settle note.","Request to borrow money.","Asks Woods to attend to note.","Needs to meet with Woods.","Arrangements for settling with Woods.","Recommends individuals as magistrates and opposes Nicholas Wykert.","Asks for money due under Eugenius Wilson's will.","Lost horse in coal pit. Family news, (Letter is begun by Louisa ?)","Mr. Grafton and Mr. King have closed their bargain. Sends reports of board of health, \"I have this morning seen Doctor Houston an he informs that he has not heard of any new cases today.\"","Have not brought money to Wheeling because of fear of the cholera Gutherie is selling land.","Sylvia or Silvia ? left at house of John F. Clarke. Things left by Mr. Paull. Encloses reports of Board of Health. \"The ... sickness with two exceptions is confined to the immediate neighborhood of McConnell's old tan yard. I am informed that the old vats is full of water and all kinds of filth \u0026 that they have been in that situation for the last two years.\"","Scope and Contents Mary Woods to mother Mrs. Anne Woods, Wheeling, West Virginia Received letter from Dr. Houston. Trusts her Ann is obedient. Mr. Laurie preached his trial sermon.","Mr. Ruggles and wife deeded lot to Gutherie. People are frightened of cholera. \"If anyone dies in this neighborhood \u0026 we have had a number of deaths, the person is rolled up in his bed, \u0026 bedclothes \u0026 his own clothes tumbled into a rough box, as soon as dead, \u0026 immediately buried.\" Guthrie will deed lots to Woods.","Asks about distraining (detaining personal property for security of a debt) a wheat crop. Includes Jacob answering Woods questions.","Report on tending to Woods' land. Includes account of Woods with Feeny.","Wishes to borrow six hundred dollars. Father will give deed of trust on property in Hagerstown, Maryland.","Describes trips to White Sulphur Springs and Salt Sulphur Springs.","Asks to borrow fifty dollars.","Letter of recommendation for N. Osburne as a tavern keeper.","Osburn keeps a first-rate tavern.","Will build mill wheel for two dollars and fifty cents per foot.","Samuel Sprigg and Archibald Woods be appointed a Committee to settle with Henry Sockman for rent of Know Hon Farm,","Concerns terms of rental of stores and warehouse at Powhatan.","Answer to inquiries about North Western Bank of Virginia.","Request to borrow two thousand dollars from Wheeling Bank.","Progress on building of grist mill.","Payment by ? Rose for Woods' property is in hands of Warren \u0026 Co., to Terra Haute. Much sickness, few cases of cholera.","William Crawford's house and lot were not sold, but an empty lot between his house and Randolph Tavern was sold, as was his farm.","Concern over accident involving Ann (Poage) Woods Washington, and Franklin Woods?","Encloses mothers' receipt for money lent her by Woods.","Jackson \"goes full tilt against the bank.\"","Wants to know if bank robbers are caught.","National Road Stage has incurred extra expense in fulfilling mail contract. Asks compensation.","Wants to rent house for grocery at Powhatan Point. Asks Woods advice.","Has applicants for Thomas Woods' heirs' land.","Committee report on courthouse is unfavorable. May be reversed and brought before House Of Delegates. Will present memorial concerning Northwestern Bank. Floyd promised appointment but he and Council are not speaking. Large meeting in Richmond concerning deposits. Benjamin Watkins Leigh spoke.","Woods to vote for him.","Concerns sale of land for taxes.","Encloses memorials. Thomas Hart Benton is \"pouring out vials of his wrath upon Clay and the bank.\"","Trip to Washington. Heard Calhoun speak. Description of city.","Terms prospective tenant would like for leasing land. Opinion on land.","Heard William Cabell Rives deliver speech on removal of deposits.","Courthouse questions to be brought up any day. Private committee recommended division of county.","Send form for Woods' release mortgages by Guthrie.","Recommends William H. McNabb for loan with a lot as security. Includes William H. McNabb stating that he will mortgage lot with a lot nearly owned.","Promises not to cut any timber contrary to Woods' wishes.","Lots sold by Samuel H. Gutherie to the Methodist Episcopal Church.","Desires to sell stock in Northwestern Bank of Wheeling.","Cannot pay money owed.","Excuse for not paying note.","Handling the rental of Woods' house for him.","Called on General Breckenridge and found he was dead. Called on nephew and heir James D. Breckenridge.","Pecuniary embarrassments of this section of the county. Sent copy of a of bill of legislature chartering bank and branches.","Letter. Buying flour.","James Moore will do surveying.","Resignation as President and Director.","Binnager needs indulgence on money owed Woods for land. Vouches for him.","Has two yokes for oxen for sale and a horse.","Desires to borrow money from bank.","Offer to rent a house, steam mill etc. for a lumberyard.","Relays information from ? Rose concerning payment of a note. Commissioners authorized to negotiate the loan for our state bank and branches.","Payment on note and harsh policies of Northwestern Bank of Virginia.","Wants to have bank board convened to discount notes.","Unable to pay note.","Got judgment and execution against Fogle but no property could be found and Fogle died. Asks if son Thomas' land on Raccoon Creek could be leased. H. F. Feeny redeemed it. Some cases of cholera. James? Seaman ill. Jacksonian politics.","Market for slaves and horses.","Showed Woods' lands to ? Scott. Will tend to taxes.","Has offered to buy land belonging to Thomas Woods' heirs.","Asks Woods to be pallbearer.","Daniel Steenrod wants to keep place five years longer if Woods will build stable and house or fix old one.","Sends check.","Confirms death of addressee's mother. Words of religious consolation.","Notifies him of money still due by estate of Eugenius Wilson. Includes receipt of Thomas P. Ray, surviving executor of Nimrod Evans to Archibald Woods.","David Lively wishes to rent Woods' tavern.","Does not think Woods is liable on special warrantee deed to Jacob Ash. Wilson outlines his prospects for election. Measles prevail.","Ready to start boat.","Concerns gathering signatures.","Needs to borrow money from Woods to pay off note at Bank if it cannot be renewed.","Will send money by safe opportunity. Has offer for lands owned by heirs of Thomas Woods.","Terms they will take Woods house and lot.","Notice that premium is due.","Offer for Woods house has been made by Jo. Driggs.","Asks Jacobs what he has done with note in his hands.","Revival of religion.","Scope and Contents Planned trip to New Orleans and Nashville for health. Includes Mary Woods, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Ann (Poage) Woods. Ann's health and proposed trip.","To capture slave, Jefferson.","Ann Eliza Wilson wants to take trip south for three months to restore health. Philip Syng Physick of Philadelphia agrees with remedy. McNeely wants to buy land.","Request to borrow money from the Bank.","Concurs in opinion that hill land should be sold. Has sold other land.","Mrs. Woods is willing to sell any property you think proper. Bought Ann a piano. For Mrs. McKee's and Ann's health will take trip.","Recounts trip from Pittsburgh. Sends message to her children. Includes Ann Eliza Woods to Archibald Woods. Includes John McKee to Mrs. Brison.","Asks Peck to tell Samuel H. Guthrie that he will be at Woodsfield to collect money.","For Sternrod to rent a field for two more years.","Scope and Contents For Landers to sell to Woods a lot in Steinersville, Belmont County. Includes affidavit of Benjamin Cole recorded by William Tailman.","Explains his position regarding his proposal that an inquiry be made as to the propriety of amending the charter of the Merchants \u0026 Mechanicks bank as to provide for the reception of the capital which the North Western Bank is required to furnish the branch in Morgantown.","Business is good. Will close up partnership. Has tended to business for Woods in trying to collect money.","Anonymous letter giving Woods advice concerning his tavern.","Progress on collecting from the Smiths.","Reports progress in collecting money. Unable to collect from Samuel H. Guthrie.","Needs to borrow money.","Catherine Wood is to marry. Mr. Thomson wants to start a school.","Protest construction of houses McLure is building.","Wants to rent at Powhatan Point.","States Woods' taxes are all right. Includes Samuel H. Guthrie to Archibald Woods, 1837 December 27 stating he obtained letter from Mason.","Desires to rent tavern stand.","Arrangement for Archibald Woods to obtain a house.","Needs to borrow one thousand dollars.","Trying to sell his land to purchase land from Woods.","Notifies of need to pay premium.","Wants to rent farm to start a dairy.","Proposed to lease corner of Monroe and Main Street.","Paying out of money. Invitation to dinner.","Has sold land for Woods and disposed of his own property. Now hopes to make deal for Woods' Indiana land.","Requests Woods to attend case as a witness.","Wants privilege of burning lime in kiln.","Notification of date of Seaman case.","Drawn on him for three thousand dollars. \"Houma?\" arrived here but demanded cargo when ran against the bank.","Wants to rent property.","Is paying ? King's rent.","Will meet him to pay money due.","Signed by H. D. Brown.","Sam Jones has not been here for six weeks. No proceeding for him.","Recommendation of bearer of letter to be a tenant.","Received letter. Expects money at next court.","Mr. Lively has made bar room a warehouse for the German population.","Tenant wants to rent place again. Has fulfilled lease. Okey wants to buy it. Wants advice on buying a small place for son.","Has tended to Hynes business.","Terms he would offer for lot and what building he would put up.","Asks help to get notes discounted.","Asks condition of wife's (Mrs. Carr) land and what it could be sold for.","Unable to locate 12 acre tract in section 14. Tax record for section 2 and 8. Perhaps bring suit against James Elliot, present claimant. Includes Benjamin S. Cowens to Archibald Woods giving legal advice.","Desires to buy wood from Woods by cutting up trees that have fallen.","Asks Lively to move away.","Woods said his proposition was unreasonable, complained of charge for work and was cross. Desires his patronage. Will make counteroffer to build house.","Needs notes if Woods sued Guthrie.","Mrs. Francis needs advice settling up husband's affairs.","Men working on dam are taking stone from bank of river.","Wishes to purchase land.","Sale of property of Zacheus Francis, deceased, will take place.","Ready to move when Woods brings money.","Finds taxes unpaid on a portion of Woods' land.","Money is ready to be paid for two notes assigned Woods from Mr. Stream? Needs names for other notes.","Woods' fire insurance premium on the Virginia Hotel is due.","Application for stock has been declined.","Needs to appoint someone in place of Daniel Steinrod.","Unable to meet others but will agree to settlement.","Encloses receipt for taxes.","Expects to leave two hundred thousand dollars with Mr. Woodruff. Needs to borrow $1000 from bank.","Asks Woods to keep house for him he now lives in as \"I have a Jurnaman (German?) to put in it.\" Will give him the lease for the Seaman house.","Unable to collect money. Resumption of specie payments has resulted in any discounting of notes. Has purchased a small interest in Ritchietown to secure money owed him by John? McKee.","Enclosed letter on taxes on land belonging to son's heirs in Parke which have not been paid.","Will take place at four dollars per acre.","Form of authorization for Peck to release mortgage from Samuel H. Guthrie to Woods.","Cannot move to Woods' property on Captina.","Considers matter on Woods' part vexatious and ungenerous. Had no other interest in the lease other than promoting the best interest of the house for the sake of the stage lines. Any proceeding instituted by Woods will be followed by removal of the stages from the house.","Moves of various people.","Has sued Guthrie on behalf of Woods. Told Woods has idea of sending granddaughter to school at St. Clairsville. Recommends it.","Request for Woods to come and settle the amount of the estate that Zacheus Francis owes him.","Concerning a coal mine.","Will extend bond of Mr. Cole.","Thinks Harrison will win.","Protest of $250 draft has caused distress. Counting on money for college. Mary has never gotten part of estate. McKee is guardian for boys. Family has not lived with him for 8 or 9 years.","James Paull has paid protested draft.","Wishes to buy land from Woods.","Scope and Contents Questions concerning will of John H. Schwop.","Astonished to receive bill from Woods for stone. Thought commissioners for securing bank at Hog Run Bridge could get stone. Will have stone valued according to law.","Scope and Contents Received letter relative to Post Office at Powhatan Point. H. Cowen was unwilling to join objection but will not encourage removal to Steinersville. Would like opinion on Exchequer Plan of Secretary of Treasury.","Scope and Contents Husband relieved from pecuniary embarrassment by his brother. Sorry Grandma's health feeble. Hopes income from town property will support brothers at college. \"There are but few persons over seventy who can exhibit the same acturty as yourself and Grandma Brison.\"","Renewed 1843 April 1 and 1844 April 1.","Scope and Contents Situation is bad there but better on a farm. Alarmed that Theodire had to cease from study. Gives information on a family member who is evil. Includes note of James ?","For a farm for three years. Lease terminated after one year.","Recorded by James D. Morris.","Concerns North Western Bank of Virginia.","Has rented Archibald Woods' mill. Needs repair. Asks Bucher to repair it.","Encouraging Woods to attend a meeting.","Mr. ? has lumber and is commencing work. Will show Woods' mason the quarry.","Request to borrow one hundred dollars.","To do work on Woods' two mills.","Has received letters stating that neighbors are disgusted with him and taking their wheat elsewhere. Defends himself.","Scope and Contents Arrangements for his return. Mrs. Woods sick but recovered.","Directions for masons who are to build wall under the tobacco house.","William Allen cannot build foundation for stable but would haul stone.","By order of city council, calls meeting of \"trustees of Wheeling Lancastrian Academy.\"","Mills needs new bolting cloths.","Would like to rent store room.","Encourages Woods to keep Thomson as miller. Exhorts Woods to lose no time in making peace with God.","Will probably move.","Would like to get coal from Big Run. Mason is building foundation under stable.","Buying land from men who are unable to pay money down. Would be accommodation to us to get a further loan of $500.","Trip to extend acquaintance with country, merchants \u0026 collecting, representing Wilson and Brother. Dancing and hunting. Has seen prairie on Fire. Will pass through villages of Shawnees \u0026 Delawares. \"Remember me to all of the black folks.\"","Issued by Alexander T. Laidley, Clerk.","Has searched for survey lines.","Concluded to let Elias Hafer have place where Darrah lives because doubt that Darrah can make improvement he desires.","Has placed upon one of the doors of the Bank vault one of Jones Patent Combination Locks.","Trip to collect. Left Messrs Wilson and is with Messrs. Abbot \u0026 Peake. \"What does Betty Rose call her baby. No one has told me that she has one but I know that no gal that looks like her \u0026 of her make could be married a year \u0026 not have one.\" Asks to be remembered to many people including \"the black folks.\"","Asks McKinley to collect for him. Will proceed against Wingrove.","Recommends lock made by H. C. Jones of Newark, New Jersey.","To appear in Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery to answer a bill in chancery exhibited against them by Henry Swertzer. Issued by Alexander T. Laidley.","Severe heat in St. Louis. Asks to be remembered to many people.","Wants to go into business with S. H. Peake. Needs money to do so. Includes letter, 1846 December 24.","Scope and Contents Death of ? Briscoe, their bookkeeper who was from Loudoun County, Virginia","Wants her to visit. Family news.","Likes her picture. Has not courted Marion Clarkson. Remember him to various people.","Describes her sickness (during a pregnancy).","Trip to St. Louis. Boarding. Will keep promise on temperance.","Interest in Mollie Wilson. News from John Baker and Cooper?, Reading life of Swedenbourg.","Expects to visit her too next week.","Mother unable to make trip as roads are bad. Outlines his route.","Christmas celebration at the school. Describes teaching.","Encourages students to \"Waveland.\"","Rosa Harrison is dead of scarlet fever which is raging. Describes Christmas and mention of Easter.","Concern over sister's health. Cooper is determined to be a Christian.","Scope and Contents Poem and sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan. N. L. Peyton, to Mrs. William Ann R. Morgan, \"Waveland,\" Fauquier County, Virginia, undated. Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Sympathy in death of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Recovering from typhoid fever. John B. has job in furnishings store. Was 21 on April 21.","Resolved to be Christian. Cholera epidemic.","Description of fire which burned 23 boats and then spread to building. ? Peake and John Baker have cholera.","Has been ill. Cholera epidemic. ? Peake \u0026 A. Cooper Baker sick.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker of cholera. Will probably leave along with Will and John.","Sympathy letter on death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker and cholera epidemic.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker. Business. Cholera epidemic.","William W. Baker will not leave St. Louis. S. H. Peake will send statement of business of Peake \u0026 Baker.","Account of cholera epidemic. Death of minister perhaps from visiting the sick.","No decision on partnership with S. H. Peake.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.","Death of Alexander Cooper Baker.Boarding at Scott's Hotel. They are Wheeling people.","Tombstone inscription for grave of Mary Cooper Morgan.","Desired to make money. \"I must go out on the levee to work and therefore must close.\"","Temperature day before was 8 degrees below zero. Baker Murray is to marry Mrs. Watts, a Catholic who keeps a boarding house. Controversy in St. Louis over lectures of ? Leaky who is \"reformed\" monk.","Wants to go to California. Change of climate, friends going, and uncertainty of S. H. Peake's business plans. \"I do not think of going to California to dig gold....\"","Has asthma. Will have wagon, six mules, three Indian ponies, rifle, pair pistols, two large knifes knives and blankets for trip to California. Includes W.W. Baker, St. Louis. Mo., to Sister. Move to California.","Received answer to telegram. Answer \"William W. Baker arrived here this morning. Will leave for home on first boat. Health is bad.\" Glad he had not left for California.","William W. Bakerhas recruited enough strength to travel home,","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerning health of William Baker.","Concerns a debt, a fire, and a lease. Regrets being unable to give daughter money for wedding.","Regrets Edgar has left home. Lists problems at home. pages. Includes, letter, ? to Edgar Woods.","Maggie Hamilton not expected to live. Sudden death of delirium tremens of A Mel lam? the portrait painter.","Misses him while he is away at College.","Has been visited by Mrs. Faulkner and Mrs. Conrad. Town and religious news of Winchester.","To convey land in Missouri. Witnessed by P.L. Edwards. Recorded by Samuel Caldwell.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Signed by George Whellier for John McCulloch.","Death and funeral of J. Zehner, professor of math at Burlington College.","Death of their mother.","Account of the death of Ann Cooper's mother and aunt from cholera. Father is ill. Unsure if he has cholera. Includes, newspaper clipping concerning cholera deaths.","Scope and Contents Sympathy in death of her mother. Includes,Samuel C. Baker, Martinsburg, West Virginia, to sister Mrs. Ann R. Morgan, concerning illness of their father.","Concerns death of Mrs. Ann R. Morgan's mother and illness of her father.","Death of Mrs. Morgan's mother and aunt from cholera.","Signed by John McCulloch.","Letter of sympathy for death of Mrs. Morgan's mother.","Signed by E. H. Caldwell.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by John McColloch.","Signed by Alonzo Loring.","Signed by John Henry McKee who has power of attorney. Bears affidavit of Thomas E. Thompson and recorded by Samuel E. Caldwell.","Signed by E.M. Caldwell.","Sympathy letter in death of Mrs. Morgan's husband.","14 items. Includes of Elijah McClanahan to Woods; Daniel Sheffey to Woods; Andrew Hamilton to Woods, copy of decision to stay execution; bond; and accounts.","Concerning the division of land purchased by the petitioners from patentees granted land by virtue of service in the French and Indian War.","Orders brandy.","Orders Indian mail.","Will take possession of house. Canal is out of fix so will not be able to get things from Alexandria.","Not able to get furniture because canal is broken.","Wants to know if he can rent place again.","Asks Woods to take charge of renting and improving his land. Asks Woods to pass any offers to sell along to him. His post offices are Chillicothe, Ohio; St. Francisville, Louisiana, \u0026 New Orleans.","Sends Croton oil. Go to camp meeting tomorrow. Asks to borrow lace shawl. Other requests.","Glad to hear friends are well. Health slowly improving. Applied money received from Mr. Worth to credit of account with Company.","Price of land near Danville and Lexington is twenty shillings per acre. Brought suit against Pollard for band. Includes manuscript of Archibald Woods? concerning notes on religion.","Unable to send certificate. Try to get fifty pounds from ? Kilbreath.","Asks if road is open from ? to Wheeling.","Wants to move shop close to river.","Decree is absolute unless Clark perfects appeal by entering security. Will give no opinion on a compromise. Other legal advice.","Requested Franklin Woods to copy portion of bill of complaint in Woods v. Chapline.","Telling Woods to reassure the slave that is to be traded to him William Croghan for land, that he William Croghan only wants him the slave as a coachman \"you may assure him if he be a faithful servant I will make him a kind master--\"","Asks that servant to be given in exchange for land on Hog Run be ready to be picked up.","Send survey by John Scott.","? Russell called on him for note against Samuel Hudson. There is judgment against Woods for costs.","He and ? Poerm? will take land.","Would like to rent farm.","Has declined doing anything with Smith. Two hundred and seventy dollars will cover amount.","Asks Woods to wait until October for money.","Unable to collect money for Woods.","Wishes to borrow $500 from North Western Bank of Virginia.","Scope and Contents Think election will be between Jackson and himself. Asks Woods to \"personate\" himself at the election. \"Pray do not let the revolutionists out general you at a time when danger appears to be so near to hand...\"","1 page. Autograph Letter Signed. Because of infirmness, he submits his resignation as commandant of Company.","Questions about location of tract of land.","Bring deed. Will not fly from bargain.","Wrote A.D. Clarke \u0026 requested him to settle account with Woods. Settle note to bank endorsed by R. Simms suit.","Letter of resignation as bank director which Woods is to hold and use if he wishes.","Let bearer have horses Woods is lending and send advertisement for horse Woods has lost.","Concerns salt, sugar, wheat, rent due by Mallory, accounts due, and the rent of property at Captina.","Asks Woods to help her brother David McClure to estimate value of land she wishes to sell.","Requests for Woods to attend to by drawing money from Auditor of Pubic Accounts and bring back McClures' appointment as Inspector.","If he does not return in time, ask Col. Woods? or George Washington Wilson to remit money to Mr. Clark.","Requests Woods to attend a Board meeting.","Horse sent back belongs to Alexander Caldwell.","Introduces ? Jackson, a tanner who wishes to buy a lot.","Questions about navigation of Elk and Ohio Rivers.","Woods and Wilson are commissioners along with Jonathan Buckanon , Josiah Morgan, David McClure to locate a road from Cummins's Mill to Wheeling.","Asks that money due her be paid.","Power of attorney has been obtained from President of Literary Fund authorizing the subscription of $50,000 of North Western Bank of Virginia stock at Wellsburgh. Application will be made to Board of Directors to open books. Recommends it.","Asks Woods to come get his wheat.","Put a note in for Curtis \u0026 Co. for discount.","Offers service in locating warrants.","Under guard as a deserter. Defends himself.","Mother has 100 bushels of wheat to grind.","Desires to lease property.","Procured letter from Alpheus Willson for Woods to see concerning directors of North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Alpheus P. Wilison to John Tyler concerning appointments of directors of North Western Bank of Virginia.","Requests Woods to write ? Jacobs and bring patents with him.","Invitation. Glad ? is Congressional candidate.","Soldiers must bring public arms to batallion muster for inspection. \"Whatever thoughts you or I had of resigning (as I most seriously had) it cannot it will not now do to resign until the storm is over;...\"","Has received orders to march to Point Pleasant.","Concerning the location of a road (possibly the Cumberland Road.)","To inquire regarding the payment to taxes. Woods is also to call on General Breckenridge.","Asks Governor to confer with President of United States to request protection from Indians. Also signed by Charles WellsJohn Dant, John Davis, Hezekiah Davison,J ohn Haymond, Cornelius Bogard, John Haddan, William Morrez?, W.H. Cavendish, and H. Caperton.","Asks Ruggles to intervene in legislation.","Signed by Jacob Lee.","Needs new deed from Croghan's father to be recorded in the County where the land is.","Concerns lawsuit of J. Wilson v. Woods.","Concerns Bank of United States. If it is granted a charter, Woods suggests alterations and amendments to it.","Asks Barber to send messenger to deliver legal notice to Stephen R. Wilson.","Proposal to trade land.","Concerns lawsuit of Wilson v. Woods; and the appointment of state directors to the Board of the North Western Bank of Virginia. Includes Archibald Woods to ?. Concerns establishment of post office at Capteena.","Elijah Woods failed on his part of agreement to explore or locate warrants.","Wishes to make a settlement by purchasing slaves. Wants young ones not in habit of running away. \"...those of a contrary disposition are however often the best slaves but situated as we are in this County between... Pennsylvania \u0026 Ohio...and where slavery is much ridiculed, any Negro of an enterprising disposition and forward in their Manners are almost certain to go into one or the other states or down the Ohio;...\"","Religious ideas.","Concerns sale of lots.","Mr. Weaver declines to purchase house because wife wants to quit business of keeping a public house.","Asks for information from the city.","Mr. Hinds has agreed with M. Clark for oxen. Will accept your offer for his tract of land.","Includes plats on verso of Maddison's or John Mitchel's land.","Includes estimate of damages sustained by Archibald Woods in consequence of lease given by Richard Yates to James Fulton, blank notes for North Western Bank of Virginia, instructions for inquiring at Land Office in Kentucky, instructions to take paper back to broker and get paper of Miami Exporting Company, poem (Lines supposed to be written at Genoa), deposition concerning a land dispute between Samuel Todd and the executors of Andrew Woods, Instructions for formation on parade ground and for inspection of sentinels by officer of the day, (circa 1812), Alexander? Caldwell to Archibald Woods (wants to borrow shovels), parody of a candidate's speech, Robert Poage to Archibald Woods, petition to Virginia Governor to ask for protection for frontiers from Federal Government, vote for governor of Pennsylvania in four counties, and formula for sheep-dip.","Correspondents include George W. Bailey, William C. P. Breckinridge, S. L. Brown, Mrs. S. T. Cook, T. Gallaher, Louisa A. Kemper, George A. Paull, A. J. Poag, C. C. Poage, Charles M. Poage, G. H. Poage, George B. Poage, J. C. Poage, M. Annie Poage, S. C. Poage, Thomas K. Poage, J. N. Powers, Margaret Sisson, Andrew W. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Arrangement: the collection is arranged chronologically.","Organization: The inventory has been divided into seven series. Series 1 is the genealogical and donor material, Series 2 is photographs, Series 3 is material concerning houses and land, Series 4 is correspondence and other papers, Series 5 is the Jones Account Books, Series 6 is Accession 1997.34 and Series 7 is Accession 1998.45.","Maria Carter, daughter of Charles Carter of \"Cleve,\" King George County, Virginia married William Armistead of \"Hesse,\" Gloucester County, Virginia William Cocke, son of Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke and Bowler Cocke, married Jane Armistead.","Their son, William Armistead Cocke had among other children, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke who married Mary Booth Curtis.","Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00018.frame","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.","Mss. 69 J71 Jones Family Papers","Correspondence, 1756-1764, of Maria Carter Armistead (including letters written by Mrs. Thomas Feilde); business papers, 1782-1828, of William Cocke of \"Bremo,\" Henrico County, Virginia and of \"Oakland,\" Cumberland County, Virginia; and letters, 1861-1863, of William Fauntleroy Cocke, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke and Edmund Randolph Cocke concerning their service in the Confederate States Army (including the Battle of First Bull Run).","Also included are five volumes of farm and account books, 1851-1863, of Richard P. Jones of \"Land's End,\" Gloucester County, Virginia; copybooks on astronomy, [circa 1770-1780?], scrapbooks, and genealogical material.","Includes letter, 1869, of Benjamin Stoddert Ewell concerning the connections between the Randolph and Preston families and the College of William and Mary.","Additions to the collection (1997.34 and 1998.45) include family letters, genealogical notes and poems of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge and Carter families living in Richmond, Virginia and Powhatan County, Virginia. Some letters are written from Richmond in the Reconstruction Era.","Press release, 1958. Initial list of the collection. Genealogical charts.","Clipping. Re: Genealogical Column, about Carters and Armisteads.","Incomplete letter. Early Carter and Armistead families, containing copies of letters from this collection.","Genealogical material concerning the Curtis, Sheldon, Carter, and Cocke families by Maria C. Talcott.","Clipping. From The Richmond Times-Dispatch","Copy of the tombstone of Emanuel Jones, died 1739, made by Peyton H. Page.","Concerns Major Robert Throckmorton and John Peyton Dixon, from Bible owned by Mrs. Fann Throckmorton Nicolson.","Clipping from The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore. Concerning \"The Throckmorton family of England and Virginia\" by Jane Griffin Keys.","Painting in Alexandria. She married Bowler Cocke II, and their son was William Cocke who married Jane Armistead.","Photostat positive and negative of painting, owned by Mrs. Maria C. and Nathan ? Talcott, of Maria Byrd, daughter of William Byrd II and wife of Charles Carter, with son Charles Carter and Maria Carter Armistead ?","Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, son of William Armistead Cocke, Oakland.","Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Preston Cocke, with Sally Lyle Preston Cocke, eldest daughter of Edmund Randolph Cocke.","Mary Booth Curtis Cocke, wife of Thomas L. P. Cocke.","\"Historic Mansion of Mathews County,\" concerning \"Hesse.\"","\"Oakland.\" Short History on back.","\"Mrs. Cocke, Mistress of Oakland and Hostess of the Lees at Derwent,\" by Alice M. Tyler from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.","\"Derwent Must Be Saved\" from The Richmond News Leader.","\"Lee's Hideaway Still Stands.\" Reprinted from The Washington and Lee University Alumni Magazine by Dr. Leslie Lyle Campbell.","\"Southerner Heard First and Final Shots of War Between States, was friend of Lee\" by Charles F. Preston.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Part of plat showing land on the Piantantank River of Lady Skipwith, George Curtis, Colonel Kemp, Augustin Horthus and William Marloe.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Sale of land in Kingston Parish, inherited from George Curtis, who bought the land from Edward Wyatt.","Thomas Curtis, Gloucester County to Charles Curtis, Middlesex County concerning deed of same date which was to fulfill Thomas Curtis' bond to Charles Curtis.","P. Beverly, Clerk of County Court. Concerning testimony of Nicholas Cobb, defendant; by his attorney, Thomas Gregson, in dispute over land purchased from George Curtis, now deceased.","Charles Curtis (Kingston Parish, Gloucester County) gives all land to son Augustine, to daughters Sarrah Henry and Sous Anna Iveson, Negroes and linens","Charles Curtis on Piantatank River to John West, Chisanassirk River, Accomack County. Land surveyed by John Smith. Shows location of the house.","Nicholas Foster. Floor plan of a house (Note watermark).","How to stay busy during the day. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 432.","Requests that the family visit her at \"Westover.\"","Includes bound in letter, 1792 April 14, from Christopher Pryor to Mrs. Maria Armistead, \"Hesse.\"","Cousin Maria Carter, daughter of Landon Beverley, gave birth to a son in October. Uncle William III and Aunt Mary Willing Byrd are going to tour through New York and Philadelphia. Health. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 178.","Pocket money for her visiting. Cautions against flattery. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography,Volume 10, page 178.","Coming marriages of Lucy Burwell to Edmund Berkeley, Rebecca Burwell to Jaquelin Ambler and Jenny Burwell to Mann Page of \"Rosewell,\" and Miss Hannah Fairfax to Warner Washington. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 177-178 and Volume 15, pages 433-434.","Concerns Mr. William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 435.","Family news.","Her marriage to William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 179-180 and Volume 15, page 435.","Vote getting. Lewis' coming marriage. Launching of ship by the father of Lewis.","Suit against Clark Courtney and his mother Anne Mabry concerning land \"at Eatons warehouse on Rappahannock River.\"","Virginians' reaction to Lord Dunmore as Governor. Tryon is well received at New York, as is Col. Fanning. Family news. Partly published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 180.","Accounts with William Jackson, James Clark, Major Thomas Boswell, John Robinson, Richard Hodges, Robert Matthewes, William Bentley Estate, Francis Elliot, and John Hibble.","John New, John Fox and Danall New, Senior to William Armistead, Sheriff, Gloucester County, Virginia.","Visit of Mr. William and Mrs. Armistead to their church. Route over Pudding Creek Bridge.","News about fighting in Norfolk and man of war near York. Sent cotton and worsted.","The Armisteads' moving to North River to avoid the enemy. The Armisteads have kept prisoners.","The evils and hardships brought upon the people by persons without authority.","Extends sympathy and discusses the comforts of relgion in the troubles brought by the war.","Submission to the catastrophies brought by man and God. News of the Russian General, and General Howe building on the Delaware.","Birth of Mrs. Armistead's child. Captain Deane carried Major Skith in his ship. Resignation to the will of Providence.","Mr. Smith came to Elizabeth Town, N.J. but was denied a permit for New York. Lack of Negroes.","Accounts.","Accounts.","Scope and Contents Account.","Memorandum of money received.","Copy book on Astronomy.","On reverse, John T. Griffin assigns the bond to Major William Lewis.","Account for the year.","Money payment in Half Joes. Land papers brought from Augusta.","\"Invoice of Sundry Goods Shipped on board the Planter Capt. William Arthurs for Virginia...\" Furniture, linens, carpets, dishes and silverware.","Corn and wheat deliveries, requested by Mr. Lynham. Her son Charles Carter Armistead is placed with Mr. Waugh in Port Royal.","Account for nails and German steel.","Scope and Contents \"Invoice of Sundries shipped on board the Ann \u0026 Mary, Captain. John Wheeler...\" Horses, tools, medical implements, riding equipment and spices.","Memo from Rowles Grymes and Co.","Lucy's visit to home of Col. William Byrd III?. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 183.","Offers to send Negro girls to help her daughter.","Protests the manner of payment of bill of exchange. Includes copy of request for bill of exchange from William Cocke to Rowles Grymes and County, London, 1787 November 30.","Sends tobacco to be sold to cover cost of requested items. Draws a bill of exchange upon them.","Agreement about Negroes written by Mr. Page.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Children's education in spelling, Greek, and reading. The new Constitution will lead to a navy.","Scope and Contents Her brother Charles Carter will send for her daughters. Plans to return to Hesse soon.","Shipment of tobacco sent by the ship Williamson under John Miers to Rowles Grymes and County","Shipment of tobacco and other goods.","Scope and Contents Damages from a hurricane. A legal \"execution\". Aunt and Uncle Lewis Willis.","Arrival of tobacco and confusion of orders.","Accounts against Cocke. On Reverse, note from Mr. Weaver and W.A. Fry.","Scope and Contents Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","\"Invoice of Goods...\" shipped care of P. Parker at Norfolk.","Scope and Contents Traveling and illness. Mr. Page and Mr. Byrd may help her move.","Sends by Willis, a tobacco note for Mrs. Maria Armistead's travels.","Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","Receipts for money for Benjamin Harrison Jr.","Receipt of Cocke's draft through Alexander Donald.","Shipment of tobacco on the Brandon. Requests information on the most popular kinds of tobacco.","Items to be sent to the care of P.L. Grymes. Notes of exchange.","Account of work done around his house. Lists cost of items used.","Receipt for payment on coffee.","Dispute. Copy sent to Mrs. Maria Armistead.","Wife Sally Sarah desires news of her sister Jane Armistead Cole. One of Washington's sisters married Mr. Milton. Growth of the area. Advantages of this farm.","Sale of Cocke's tobacco which was of poor quality and \"injured by the spot.\"","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account due John and Thomas Gilliat for sugar, salt and iron.","Death of partner James Rowles. Sale of tobacco.","Payment of a debt to prevent having to sell Negroes. His wife Betsy. Miss Nancy Armistead \"is almost devoured by Sweet Hearts.\"","Scope and Contents Supplies of tea, earthenware, cyder sic and herring from Mr. Gilliat. Mother Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke will visit soon.","Judy Armistead's ill health; suggests cures. Charles Carter Armistead is over the measles; Mr. Thomas Ryan praises him.","Sends all requested items except loaf sugar.","Wheat harvest. Possibility of a Spanish war; Spanish ships have been seen in New York and Virginia. Mentions brother Charles Cocke and his son Henry.","Confusion in the settlement of Cocke's account with Donald and Barton of London.","At Manchester, with Mr. Pankey, inquired after hogsheads of mother Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke. Tobacco; one had been sent to William Mitchell.","Poor tobacco sales of the previous crop will prevent his getting out of debt. Present crop does well. People have started growing wheat.","John Hall brought a runaway Negro to Napier. The boy said he belonged to William Cocke of Cumberland.","Sends account of tobacco shipped in the Williamson.","His sister Elizabeth Adams wishes Cocke to sell her corn. Consulted Major Thomas Massie and William Fry.","Monies due from estate of Thomas Adams.","Account for carrying hogsheads to market.","List of monies due Cocke.","\"Appraisement and Inventory of stock and plantation tools and utensils on Mrs. Elizabeth Adames' plantation in Amherst County.\"","Acting for James Brown, sends coffee, and iron by Mr. Fenwick. Prices given.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sent corn. Hired a new overseer, Smith. Sale of wheat. The trial of a Negro.","Accounts, from November 1790 to date, for salt, iron, wheat, leather, waggonage of tobacco, pork and draft on Donald and Burton.","Agreement that Moore will cultivate land for 5 years and then become the owner.","Accounting of money.","Bill for carrying tobacco of Mrs. Adams to the canal.","William Creacy (or Cresey) took too large an order of money on Weaver.","Account for women's clothing. On reverse, account of items furnished Mrs. Maria Armistead and for tuition for Charles Carter Armistead.","Exchange of servants. Harry's death.","Agreement for building a house, \"with a plain Cornice.\"","Death of Mrs Elizabeth Adams, settlement of part of the estate between her daughter Sally Sarah and William Cocke (her son).","Schooling of her son Charles Carter Armistead.","Account for money lent.","Agreement to rent Negroes and plantation on Rockfish River, Amherst County, part of estate of Thomas Adams, deceased.","Family accounts and death of William's mother (Mrs. Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke Adams.)","Sends account.","Sale of slaves and horses. Crops.","His fall from a horse.","Repaying William Cocke for building a bridge across Knockbuckle Stream, by wheat growers.","Wheat receipts.","Account of sale of tobacco and settlement of bonds.","Shipment of tobacco from Tappahannock.","Clothes and family news.","Scope and Contents Sale of Negro living at house of Thomas Taylor Byrd husband of Mary, daughter of William Armistead, Frederick.","Money due on a draft.","Scope and Contents Family matters. Marriage of daughter Nancy Ann Cleves to Mr. John P. Pleasants.","Account.","Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors, concerning William Armistead's will.","Scope and Contents Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors. Mr. John Warden is an able friend. Consulted Thomas Tabb.","Death of Godfrey; consolation. Illness in the family.","Sarah Daingerfield to Mrs. Maria Armistead, Hesse. Health, the phaeton and chocolate.","Account.","Scope and Contents Death of Mrs. Maria Armistead. Her papers in the Powell v. Armistead lawsuit.","Family reunion. Marriage of Mrs. Randolph. The coming marriage of her brother Phil to Miss Betsy Page.","Family news. The Hesse estate.","Leasing Hesse house to Mr. Van Bibber and the house's burning down. Living in Matthews County.","Deed for property in Gloucester County on Piankatank River.","Arranging insurance for Cocke's barn.","Flour business.","Settlement of account.","Receipt for flour.","Scope and Contents Enclosing Bishop James Madison's draft on Hollins, for his son, Peyton Randolph.","Newspaper.","Agreement that Ashton will be an apprentice miller.","Account sheet.","Agreement to hire Powers as overseer.","Scope and Contents Hessian fly affecting the wheat. His cousin, John Coles, has nervous fever. Asks for money.","Scope and Contents Report on son William A. Cocke in Chemical and Moral classes.","Portfolio subscription. Requests news of Mr. R. H. Atkinson.","Scope and Contents Drought. Acquiring Burnett seeds for Peter Bowdoin of Hungais, Northampton County, Va. and Genl. Nathaniel Carzell of Sussex County, Virginia.","2 receipts for payment on a debt.","Promissory note.","Treatment of a Negro girl.","Scope and Contents Traveling. Family news. Character of Napoleon.","Receipt for interest paid on a bond.","Partitions land and describes how he wishes to be buried.","The E.F. Academy, Eternity and God. Father appointed to Port Gibson.","Illness of Uncle Richard. Family news. Hot Spring resorts.","Promotion. Departure from Camp Bejara. Genl. Cushing coming to visit. Friends in Santa Anna are Bob Hughes, Major Kenly, Dr. Tilghman and Dr. Field.","Love letter. Hopes she rejects the suit of Mr. Nelson.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Scope and Contents Marriage? Witt's injuries.","Account for money paid and received.","Illness, and death of Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Snow. Their school, composed of Mann Jones, John Dixon, and John and William Fox. Cousin Francis Tomkies is coming to Gloucester.","Family news and weather. Farming.","Minister Cole Hodges and Mr. Rodher. Sending a package for the Judge.","Tobacco shipping. On second sheet, printed list of merchandise and marketing information.","Scope and ContentsCertificate that account of Richard P. Jones, written by William H. Allmand, is correct.","Settlement of a suit. His cruise to Madiera and the Canary Islands.","Requests medical attention for his man Jonah.","Scope and Contents \"Papers connected with the suit of Gov. Thomas of Maryland and his unfortunate wife Sally McDowell.\"A Genl. Jones was counsel for Thomas.","Scope and Contents Illness of his wife and siser Ann. Providence. Mentions Mr. Mann and Dr. P. Lewis.","Sale of property in Highland and Adams counties. Traveling.","Sends supplies. Wheat shipment.","\"Horses bought in Ohio. . .\"","Tobaco sales. \"I hear the distant thunder rumbling in our own beloved country.\" Quoted Virgil on the war in Europe.","\"Sale of Forkes Plantation,\" planned with Rush Floyd.","Scope and Contents Charles Le Baron, Mobile Alabama to Richard P. Jones, Gloucester County, Virginia, brother of Harriet who married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Thomas L.P. Cocke. Settlement of estate of Mr. George L. Fauntleroy.","Miss Booth. As Dr. Booth had few debts, the sale of a slave should settle the account for his own services.","Sale of tobacco.","Scope and Contents Settlement of estate of Dr. Booth. Money is to be left wtih Mr. Curtis if she is not at Wareham.","Scope and Contents Troubles sent by God, especially the death of Mr. Langhorn. Mr. Jacob C. Sheldon is sick. Family news.","Contract made with R.F. Northern for carrying mail.","Projected celebration at Yorktown. Patriotism. Preservation of the Republic.","Payment on a mortgage assumed from T.L. Phillips.","Form for monthly return of the captain.","Upon Genl. Taliaferro's orders, collected guns in the county. Guns of Col. Hayes and Col. Taylor. Completion of arsenal. Asks for job on Taliaferro's staff.","Family news and agriculture. Formation of a company in Cumberland.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke, writer's brother sent news about obstructing roads and fords. Promotion of officers. Cousin Robert Preston. War maneuvers.","Scope and Contents Movement toward Alexandria. Expects an attack. Thomas L.P. Cocke is needed at home. \"Most officers, as they make more money by their offices than they did by their professions or trades get less credit for patriotism.\" Agriculture.","Fight at Manassas. Cally Heath came down.","Letter. Family news. His description of Battle of Bull Run.","Politics of the artillery company. Behavior of Pendleton. Clothing.","The members of his mess. Food is of fine quality. Family news.","Troop movements. Housing. Family news.","Scope and Contents Troop movements near Winchester and Harrisonburg. Uncle J.T.L. Preston is well.","Flanking McClellan's force. News of his brothers.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke was well after the recent battle.","Hot weather. Cousin Charles Moncure. Edmund leads a relaxed life.","Scope and Contents Philadelphia press reports movements of Yankee forces inaccurately. Will fall back to Richmond before fighting. Tom L.P. Cocke's company is near Port Royal. Furloughs.","Their man Abner. Troop movements in the rain. Vaccinations. Shoes and clothing. Wheat.","Work on breastworks. Furlough of Dr. Weymouth.","Attempts to get a discharge from a hospital. Getting a substitute.","Scope and Contents Busy in legislature. Horses and mules being vulnerable to Yankee theft. Problems with Negroes. Marital attachment of a Negro couple.","Scope and Contents \"In the event Thomas L.P. Cocke is not sent into the Army\"; from Elizabeth Randolph Cocke, Robert D. Brown, John Hatcher and Nathaniel Walton.","Bill for horses and corn.","Management and/or sale of property in London.","Letter describing place of Randolphs and Prestons at the College of William and Mary, part of a program for raising the endowment.","Scope and Contents Mother visiting her son in Washington. Plans for Christmas. Plus note from Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Obituary taken from the Southern Churchman of Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Cocke. Ms. notes by Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Mrs. Harriet Sheldon, wife of Jacob C. Sheldon, daughter of John Dixon.","Scope and Contents Death of Uncle J.T.L. Preston. Family news.","A present for Miss Martha.","Devoted to Robert E. Lee.","\"Descendants of Gentlemen-Adventurer will celebrate Henrico Grant of 1636.\"","Scope and Contents Engraving of letter from George Washington, Mount Vernon, to Francis Hopkinson, May 16, 1785; \"for the Port Folio.\"","Scope and Contents Recent death of her husband Mann Page. Visitors Sophia and Lizzie Tompkins.","\"Third Regiment Virginia Calvalry, Roll of Company G, Cumberland County.\"","Religious poem.","Scope and Contents Made by C.S. Laboratory, Richmond, Virginia.","Account books and a scrapbook of poems.","List of enslaved people, with ages, in May 1854, noted in back of journal.","Scrapbook of poems.","Later family letters, genealogical notes, and poems, 1839-1916, of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge, and Carter families. Includes letters kept by Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, daughter of T.L.P. Cocke and letters of Mary B. Cocke, mother of Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Includes letters of the Cocke, Curtis, and Preston families of Richmond, Virginia, particularly correspondence between Harriet Throgmorton Jones Curtis and her children Charles (\"Barney\"), Mary Boothe, Harriet, Maria, and Martha Curtis. Also includes correspondence between Mary Booth Curtis and her husband, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, as well as letters from Thomas L.P. Cocke's mother, Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, to himself and his brothers, William, Edmund, and Preston Cocke.","Family news.","Letters are to her sons William F. Cocke, Thomas L.P. Cocke, Edmund R. Cocke, and Preston Cocke, and her daughters-in-law and grandchildren.","Scope and Contents Correspondence early in their marriage when they were apart. Includes letters from their children Maria, Harriet, Charles and William Cocke, living in Powhatan County, Virginia with their mother, to their father.","Letters are to brother Charles Curtis, her sisters Mary Boothe, Maria and Martha Curtis, and her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from Martha Throgmorton Curtis James to her sisters Mary Boothe Curtis Cocke, Maria Greenhough Curtis JOnes, Harriet Curtis Cringan, Fanny Throgmorton Curtis, and her mother Harriet T.J. Curtis, about family news.","Letters are to sisters Harriet T.J. Curtis, her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke and her niece, Harriet Cocke.","Letters to her sisters, mother and Mary Booth Curtis Cocke and Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from family and friends just prior to her wedding to Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters to Curtis (also called \"Barney\") from friends and family.","From family and friends.","Includes one photograph of Annie Page.","Scope and Contents From Washington College and the University of Virginia. 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Jones of \"Land's End,\" Gloucester County, Virginia; copybooks on astronomy, [circa 1770-1780?], scrapbooks, and genealogical material.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter, 1869, of Benjamin Stoddert Ewell concerning the connections between the Randolph and Preston families and the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAdditions to the collection (1997.34 and 1998.45) include family letters, genealogical notes and poems of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge and Carter families living in Richmond, Virginia and Powhatan County, Virginia. Some letters are written from Richmond in the Reconstruction Era.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePress release, 1958. Initial list of the collection. Genealogical charts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping. Re: Genealogical Column, about Carters and Armisteads.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete letter. Early Carter and Armistead families, containing copies of letters from this collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogical material concerning the Curtis, Sheldon, Carter, and Cocke families by Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping. From The Richmond Times-Dispatch\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the tombstone of Emanuel Jones, died 1739, made by Peyton H. Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Major Robert Throckmorton and John Peyton Dixon, from Bible owned by Mrs. Fann Throckmorton Nicolson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore. Concerning \"The Throckmorton family of England and Virginia\" by Jane Griffin Keys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePainting in Alexandria. She married Bowler Cocke II, and their son was William Cocke who married Jane Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat positive and negative of painting, owned by Mrs. Maria C. and Nathan ? Talcott, of Maria Byrd, daughter of William Byrd II and wife of Charles Carter, with son Charles Carter and Maria Carter Armistead ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Lewis Preston Cocke, son of William Armistead Cocke, Oakland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Elizabeth Randolph Preston Cocke, with Sally Lyle Preston Cocke, eldest daughter of Edmund Randolph Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Booth Curtis Cocke, wife of Thomas L. P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Historic Mansion of Mathews County,\" concerning \"Hesse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Oakland.\" Short History on back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mrs. Cocke, Mistress of Oakland and Hostess of the Lees at Derwent,\" by Alice M. Tyler from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Derwent Must Be Saved\" from The Richmond News Leader.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Lee's Hideaway Still Stands.\" Reprinted from The Washington and Lee University Alumni Magazine by Dr. Leslie Lyle Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Southerner Heard First and Final Shots of War Between States, was friend of Lee\" by Charles F. Preston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhysical Location: Oversize File. Part of plat showing land on the Piantantank River of Lady Skipwith, George Curtis, Colonel Kemp, Augustin Horthus and William Marloe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhysical Location: Oversize File. Sale of land in Kingston Parish, inherited from George Curtis, who bought the land from Edward Wyatt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Curtis, Gloucester County to Charles Curtis, Middlesex County concerning deed of same date which was to fulfill Thomas Curtis' bond to Charles Curtis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eP. Beverly, Clerk of County Court. Concerning testimony of Nicholas Cobb, defendant; by his attorney, Thomas Gregson, in dispute over land purchased from George Curtis, now deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Curtis (Kingston Parish, Gloucester County) gives all land to son Augustine, to daughters Sarrah Henry and Sous Anna Iveson, Negroes and linens\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Curtis on Piantatank River to John West, Chisanassirk River, Accomack County. Land surveyed by John Smith. Shows location of the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNicholas Foster. Floor plan of a house (Note watermark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHow to stay busy during the day. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 432.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that the family visit her at \"Westover.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes bound in letter, 1792 April 14, from Christopher Pryor to Mrs. Maria Armistead, \"Hesse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCousin Maria Carter, daughter of Landon Beverley, gave birth to a son in October. Uncle William III and Aunt Mary Willing Byrd are going to tour through New York and Philadelphia. Health. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 178.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePocket money for her visiting. Cautions against flattery. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography,Volume 10, page 178.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComing marriages of Lucy Burwell to Edmund Berkeley, Rebecca Burwell to Jaquelin Ambler and Jenny Burwell to Mann Page of \"Rosewell,\" and Miss Hannah Fairfax to Warner Washington. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 177-178 and Volume 15, pages 433-434.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Mr. William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 435.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer marriage to William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 179-180 and Volume 15, page 435.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVote getting. Lewis' coming marriage. Launching of ship by the father of Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit against Clark Courtney and his mother Anne Mabry concerning land \"at Eatons warehouse on Rappahannock River.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginians' reaction to Lord Dunmore as Governor. Tryon is well received at New York, as is Col. Fanning. Family news. Partly published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 180.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with William Jackson, James Clark, Major Thomas Boswell, John Robinson, Richard Hodges, Robert Matthewes, William Bentley Estate, Francis Elliot, and John Hibble.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn New, John Fox and Danall New, Senior to William Armistead, Sheriff, Gloucester County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit of Mr. William and Mrs. Armistead to their church. Route over Pudding Creek Bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews about fighting in Norfolk and man of war near York. Sent cotton and worsted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Armisteads' moving to North River to avoid the enemy. The Armisteads have kept prisoners.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe evils and hardships brought upon the people by persons without authority.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtends sympathy and discusses the comforts of relgion in the troubles brought by the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmission to the catastrophies brought by man and God. News of the Russian General, and General Howe building on the Delaware.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBirth of Mrs. Armistead's child. Captain Deane carried Major Skith in his ship. Resignation to the will of Providence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Smith came to Elizabeth Town, N.J. but was denied a permit for New York. Lack of Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of money received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy book on Astronomy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn reverse, John T. Griffin assigns the bond to Major William Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for the year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney payment in Half Joes. Land papers brought from Augusta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Invoice of Sundry Goods Shipped on board the Planter Capt. William Arthurs for Virginia...\" Furniture, linens, carpets, dishes and silverware.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn and wheat deliveries, requested by Mr. Lynham. Her son Charles Carter Armistead is placed with Mr. Waugh in Port Royal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for nails and German steel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"Invoice of Sundries shipped on board the Ann \u0026amp; Mary, Captain. John Wheeler...\" Horses, tools, medical implements, riding equipment and spices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemo from Rowles Grymes and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLucy's visit to home of Col. William Byrd III?. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 183.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to send Negro girls to help her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtests the manner of payment of bill of exchange. Includes copy of request for bill of exchange from William Cocke to Rowles Grymes and County, London, 1787 November 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends tobacco to be sold to cover cost of requested items. Draws a bill of exchange upon them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement about Negroes written by Mr. Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChildren's education in spelling, Greek, and reading. The new Constitution will lead to a navy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Her brother Charles Carter will send for her daughters. Plans to return to Hesse soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco sent by the ship Williamson under John Miers to Rowles Grymes and County\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco and other goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Damages from a hurricane. A legal \"execution\". Aunt and Uncle Lewis Willis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of tobacco and confusion of orders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts against Cocke. On Reverse, note from Mr. Weaver and W.A. Fry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Invoice of Goods...\" shipped care of P. Parker at Norfolk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Traveling and illness. Mr. Page and Mr. Byrd may help her move.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends by Willis, a tobacco note for Mrs. Maria Armistead's travels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for money for Benjamin Harrison Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of Cocke's draft through Alexander Donald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco on the Brandon. Requests information on the most popular kinds of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems to be sent to the care of P.L. Grymes. Notes of exchange.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of work done around his house. Lists cost of items used.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment on coffee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute. Copy sent to Mrs. Maria Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWife Sally Sarah desires news of her sister Jane Armistead Cole. One of Washington's sisters married Mr. Milton. Growth of the area. Advantages of this farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Cocke's tobacco which was of poor quality and \"injured by the spot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount due John and Thomas Gilliat for sugar, salt and iron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of partner James Rowles. Sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of a debt to prevent having to sell Negroes. His wife Betsy. Miss Nancy Armistead \"is almost devoured by Sweet Hearts.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Supplies of tea, earthenware, cyder sic and herring from Mr. Gilliat. Mother Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke will visit soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudy Armistead's ill health; suggests cures. Charles Carter Armistead is over the measles; Mr. Thomas Ryan praises him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends all requested items except loaf sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat harvest. Possibility of a Spanish war; Spanish ships have been seen in New York and Virginia. Mentions brother Charles Cocke and his son Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfusion in the settlement of Cocke's account with Donald and Barton of London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt Manchester, with Mr. Pankey, inquired after hogsheads of mother Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke. Tobacco; one had been sent to William Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoor tobacco sales of the previous crop will prevent his getting out of debt. Present crop does well. People have started growing wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hall brought a runaway Negro to Napier. The boy said he belonged to William Cocke of Cumberland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account of tobacco shipped in the Williamson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis sister Elizabeth Adams wishes Cocke to sell her corn. Consulted Major Thomas Massie and William Fry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMonies due from estate of Thomas Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for carrying hogsheads to market.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of monies due Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Appraisement and Inventory of stock and plantation tools and utensils on Mrs. Elizabeth Adames' plantation in Amherst County.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eActing for James Brown, sends coffee, and iron by Mr. Fenwick. Prices given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent corn. Hired a new overseer, Smith. Sale of wheat. The trial of a Negro.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts, from November 1790 to date, for salt, iron, wheat, leather, waggonage of tobacco, pork and draft on Donald and Burton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement that Moore will cultivate land for 5 years and then become the owner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounting of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for carrying tobacco of Mrs. Adams to the canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Creacy (or Cresey) took too large an order of money on Weaver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for women's clothing. On reverse, account of items furnished Mrs. Maria Armistead and for tuition for Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchange of servants. Harry's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement for building a house, \"with a plain Cornice.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Mrs Elizabeth Adams, settlement of part of the estate between her daughter Sally Sarah and William Cocke (her son).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchooling of her son Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for money lent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement to rent Negroes and plantation on Rockfish River, Amherst County, part of estate of Thomas Adams, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily accounts and death of William's mother (Mrs. Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke Adams.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of slaves and horses. Crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis fall from a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepaying William Cocke for building a bridge across Knockbuckle Stream, by wheat growers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat receipts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco and settlement of bonds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco from Tappahannock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClothes and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sale of Negro living at house of Thomas Taylor Byrd husband of Mary, daughter of William Armistead, Frederick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney due on a draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family matters. Marriage of daughter Nancy Ann Cleves to Mr. John P. Pleasants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCase of Powell v. Armistead's Executors, concerning William Armistead's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors. Mr. John Warden is an able friend. Consulted Thomas Tabb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Godfrey; consolation. Illness in the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSarah Daingerfield to Mrs. Maria Armistead, Hesse. Health, the phaeton and chocolate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Death of Mrs. Maria Armistead. Her papers in the Powell v. Armistead lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily reunion. Marriage of Mrs. Randolph. The coming marriage of her brother Phil to Miss Betsy Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news. The Hesse estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeasing Hesse house to Mr. Van Bibber and the house's burning down. Living in Matthews County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for property in Gloucester County on Piankatank River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArranging insurance for Cocke's barn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Enclosing Bishop James Madison's draft on Hollins, for his son, Peyton Randolph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement that Ashton will be an apprentice miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement to hire Powers as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hessian fly affecting the wheat. His cousin, John Coles, has nervous fever. Asks for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Report on son William A. Cocke in Chemical and Moral classes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePortfolio subscription. Requests news of Mr. R. H. Atkinson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Drought. Acquiring Burnett seeds for Peter Bowdoin of Hungais, Northampton County, Va. and Genl. Nathaniel Carzell of Sussex County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 receipts for payment on a debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreatment of a Negro girl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Traveling. Family news. Character of Napoleon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for interest paid on a bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartitions land and describes how he wishes to be buried.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe E.F. Academy, Eternity and God. Father appointed to Port Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of Uncle Richard. Family news. Hot Spring resorts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromotion. Departure from Camp Bejara. Genl. Cushing coming to visit. Friends in Santa Anna are Bob Hughes, Major Kenly, Dr. Tilghman and Dr. Field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLove letter. Hopes she rejects the suit of Mr. Nelson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Marriage? Witt's injuries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for money paid and received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness, and death of Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Snow. Their school, composed of Mann Jones, John Dixon, and John and William Fox. Cousin Francis Tomkies is coming to Gloucester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news and weather. Farming.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMinister Cole Hodges and Mr. Rodher. Sending a package for the Judge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobacco shipping. On second sheet, printed list of merchandise and marketing information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and ContentsCertificate that account of Richard P. Jones, written by William H. Allmand, is correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of a suit. His cruise to Madiera and the Canary Islands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests medical attention for his man Jonah.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"Papers connected with the suit of Gov. Thomas of Maryland and his unfortunate wife Sally McDowell.\"A Genl. Jones was counsel for Thomas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Illness of his wife and siser Ann. Providence. Mentions Mr. Mann and Dr. P. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of property in Highland and Adams counties. Traveling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends supplies. Wheat shipment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Horses bought in Ohio. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobaco sales. \"I hear the distant thunder rumbling in our own beloved country.\" Quoted Virgil on the war in Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Sale of Forkes Plantation,\" planned with Rush Floyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Charles Le Baron, Mobile Alabama to Richard P. Jones, Gloucester County, Virginia, brother of Harriet who married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Thomas L.P. Cocke. Settlement of estate of Mr. George L. Fauntleroy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiss Booth. As Dr. Booth had few debts, the sale of a slave should settle the account for his own services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Settlement of estate of Dr. Booth. Money is to be left wtih Mr. Curtis if she is not at Wareham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Troubles sent by God, especially the death of Mr. Langhorn. Mr. Jacob C. Sheldon is sick. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract made with R.F. Northern for carrying mail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProjected celebration at Yorktown. Patriotism. Preservation of the Republic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment on a mortgage assumed from T.L. Phillips.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for monthly return of the captain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpon Genl. Taliaferro's orders, collected guns in the county. Guns of Col. Hayes and Col. Taylor. Completion of arsenal. Asks for job on Taliaferro's staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news and agriculture. Formation of a company in Cumberland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke, writer's brother sent news about obstructing roads and fords. Promotion of officers. Cousin Robert Preston. War maneuvers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Movement toward Alexandria. Expects an attack. Thomas L.P. Cocke is needed at home. \"Most officers, as they make more money by their offices than they did by their professions or trades get less credit for patriotism.\" Agriculture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFight at Manassas. Cally Heath came down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Family news. His description of Battle of Bull Run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitics of the artillery company. Behavior of Pendleton. Clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe members of his mess. Food is of fine quality. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTroop movements. Housing. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Troop movements near Winchester and Harrisonburg. Uncle J.T.L. Preston is well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlanking McClellan's force. News of his brothers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke was well after the recent battle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHot weather. Cousin Charles Moncure. Edmund leads a relaxed life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Philadelphia press reports movements of Yankee forces inaccurately. Will fall back to Richmond before fighting. Tom L.P. Cocke's company is near Port Royal. Furloughs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTheir man Abner. Troop movements in the rain. Vaccinations. Shoes and clothing. Wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork on breastworks. Furlough of Dr. Weymouth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to get a discharge from a hospital. Getting a substitute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Busy in legislature. Horses and mules being vulnerable to Yankee theft. Problems with Negroes. Marital attachment of a Negro couple.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"In the event Thomas L.P. Cocke is not sent into the Army\"; from Elizabeth Randolph Cocke, Robert D. Brown, John Hatcher and Nathaniel Walton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for horses and corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManagement and/or sale of property in London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter describing place of Randolphs and Prestons at the College of William and Mary, part of a program for raising the endowment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mother visiting her son in Washington. Plans for Christmas. Plus note from Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Obituary taken from the Southern Churchman of Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Cocke. Ms. notes by Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Harriet Sheldon, wife of Jacob C. Sheldon, daughter of John Dixon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Death of Uncle J.T.L. Preston. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA present for Miss Martha.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDevoted to Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Descendants of Gentlemen-Adventurer will celebrate Henrico Grant of 1636.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Engraving of letter from George Washington, Mount Vernon, to Francis Hopkinson, May 16, 1785; \"for the Port Folio.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recent death of her husband Mann Page. Visitors Sophia and Lizzie Tompkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Third Regiment Virginia Calvalry, Roll of Company G, Cumberland County.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious poem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Made by C.S. Laboratory, Richmond, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount books and a scrapbook of poems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of enslaved people, with ages, in May 1854, noted in back of journal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook of poems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLater family letters, genealogical notes, and poems, 1839-1916, of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge, and Carter families. Includes letters kept by Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, daughter of T.L.P. Cocke and letters of Mary B. Cocke, mother of Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Includes letters of the Cocke, Curtis, and Preston families of Richmond, Virginia, particularly correspondence between Harriet Throgmorton Jones Curtis and her children Charles (\"Barney\"), Mary Boothe, Harriet, Maria, and Martha Curtis. Also includes correspondence between Mary Booth Curtis and her husband, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, as well as letters from Thomas L.P. Cocke's mother, Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, to himself and his brothers, William, Edmund, and Preston Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters are to her sons William F. Cocke, Thomas L.P. Cocke, Edmund R. Cocke, and Preston Cocke, and her daughters-in-law and grandchildren.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondence early in their marriage when they were apart. Includes letters from their children Maria, Harriet, Charles and William Cocke, living in Powhatan County, Virginia with their mother, to their father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters are to brother Charles Curtis, her sisters Mary Boothe, Maria and Martha Curtis, and her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from Martha Throgmorton Curtis James to her sisters Mary Boothe Curtis Cocke, Maria Greenhough Curtis JOnes, Harriet Curtis Cringan, Fanny Throgmorton Curtis, and her mother Harriet T.J. Curtis, about family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters are to sisters Harriet T.J. Curtis, her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke and her niece, Harriet Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to her sisters, mother and Mary Booth Curtis Cocke and Thomas L.P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from family and friends just prior to her wedding to Thomas L.P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to Curtis (also called \"Barney\") from friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes one photograph of Annie Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents From Washington College and the University of Virginia. 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Cocke concerning their service in the Confederate States Army (including the Battle of First Bull Run).","Also included are five volumes of farm and account books, 1851-1863, of Richard P. Jones of \"Land's End,\" Gloucester County, Virginia; copybooks on astronomy, [circa 1770-1780?], scrapbooks, and genealogical material.","Includes letter, 1869, of Benjamin Stoddert Ewell concerning the connections between the Randolph and Preston families and the College of William and Mary.","Additions to the collection (1997.34 and 1998.45) include family letters, genealogical notes and poems of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge and Carter families living in Richmond, Virginia and Powhatan County, Virginia. Some letters are written from Richmond in the Reconstruction Era.","Press release, 1958. Initial list of the collection. Genealogical charts.","Clipping. Re: Genealogical Column, about Carters and Armisteads.","Incomplete letter. Early Carter and Armistead families, containing copies of letters from this collection.","Genealogical material concerning the Curtis, Sheldon, Carter, and Cocke families by Maria C. Talcott.","Clipping. From The Richmond Times-Dispatch","Copy of the tombstone of Emanuel Jones, died 1739, made by Peyton H. Page.","Concerns Major Robert Throckmorton and John Peyton Dixon, from Bible owned by Mrs. Fann Throckmorton Nicolson.","Clipping from The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore. Concerning \"The Throckmorton family of England and Virginia\" by Jane Griffin Keys.","Painting in Alexandria. She married Bowler Cocke II, and their son was William Cocke who married Jane Armistead.","Photostat positive and negative of painting, owned by Mrs. Maria C. and Nathan ? Talcott, of Maria Byrd, daughter of William Byrd II and wife of Charles Carter, with son Charles Carter and Maria Carter Armistead ?","Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, son of William Armistead Cocke, Oakland.","Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Preston Cocke, with Sally Lyle Preston Cocke, eldest daughter of Edmund Randolph Cocke.","Mary Booth Curtis Cocke, wife of Thomas L. P. Cocke.","\"Historic Mansion of Mathews County,\" concerning \"Hesse.\"","\"Oakland.\" Short History on back.","\"Mrs. Cocke, Mistress of Oakland and Hostess of the Lees at Derwent,\" by Alice M. Tyler from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.","\"Derwent Must Be Saved\" from The Richmond News Leader.","\"Lee's Hideaway Still Stands.\" Reprinted from The Washington and Lee University Alumni Magazine by Dr. Leslie Lyle Campbell.","\"Southerner Heard First and Final Shots of War Between States, was friend of Lee\" by Charles F. Preston.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Part of plat showing land on the Piantantank River of Lady Skipwith, George Curtis, Colonel Kemp, Augustin Horthus and William Marloe.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Sale of land in Kingston Parish, inherited from George Curtis, who bought the land from Edward Wyatt.","Thomas Curtis, Gloucester County to Charles Curtis, Middlesex County concerning deed of same date which was to fulfill Thomas Curtis' bond to Charles Curtis.","P. Beverly, Clerk of County Court. Concerning testimony of Nicholas Cobb, defendant; by his attorney, Thomas Gregson, in dispute over land purchased from George Curtis, now deceased.","Charles Curtis (Kingston Parish, Gloucester County) gives all land to son Augustine, to daughters Sarrah Henry and Sous Anna Iveson, Negroes and linens","Charles Curtis on Piantatank River to John West, Chisanassirk River, Accomack County. Land surveyed by John Smith. Shows location of the house.","Nicholas Foster. Floor plan of a house (Note watermark).","How to stay busy during the day. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 432.","Requests that the family visit her at \"Westover.\"","Includes bound in letter, 1792 April 14, from Christopher Pryor to Mrs. Maria Armistead, \"Hesse.\"","Cousin Maria Carter, daughter of Landon Beverley, gave birth to a son in October. Uncle William III and Aunt Mary Willing Byrd are going to tour through New York and Philadelphia. Health. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 178.","Pocket money for her visiting. Cautions against flattery. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography,Volume 10, page 178.","Coming marriages of Lucy Burwell to Edmund Berkeley, Rebecca Burwell to Jaquelin Ambler and Jenny Burwell to Mann Page of \"Rosewell,\" and Miss Hannah Fairfax to Warner Washington. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 177-178 and Volume 15, pages 433-434.","Concerns Mr. William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 435.","Family news.","Her marriage to William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 179-180 and Volume 15, page 435.","Vote getting. Lewis' coming marriage. Launching of ship by the father of Lewis.","Suit against Clark Courtney and his mother Anne Mabry concerning land \"at Eatons warehouse on Rappahannock River.\"","Virginians' reaction to Lord Dunmore as Governor. Tryon is well received at New York, as is Col. Fanning. Family news. Partly published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 180.","Accounts with William Jackson, James Clark, Major Thomas Boswell, John Robinson, Richard Hodges, Robert Matthewes, William Bentley Estate, Francis Elliot, and John Hibble.","John New, John Fox and Danall New, Senior to William Armistead, Sheriff, Gloucester County, Virginia.","Visit of Mr. William and Mrs. Armistead to their church. Route over Pudding Creek Bridge.","News about fighting in Norfolk and man of war near York. Sent cotton and worsted.","The Armisteads' moving to North River to avoid the enemy. The Armisteads have kept prisoners.","The evils and hardships brought upon the people by persons without authority.","Extends sympathy and discusses the comforts of relgion in the troubles brought by the war.","Submission to the catastrophies brought by man and God. News of the Russian General, and General Howe building on the Delaware.","Birth of Mrs. Armistead's child. Captain Deane carried Major Skith in his ship. Resignation to the will of Providence.","Mr. Smith came to Elizabeth Town, N.J. but was denied a permit for New York. Lack of Negroes.","Accounts.","Accounts.","Scope and Contents Account.","Memorandum of money received.","Copy book on Astronomy.","On reverse, John T. Griffin assigns the bond to Major William Lewis.","Account for the year.","Money payment in Half Joes. Land papers brought from Augusta.","\"Invoice of Sundry Goods Shipped on board the Planter Capt. William Arthurs for Virginia...\" Furniture, linens, carpets, dishes and silverware.","Corn and wheat deliveries, requested by Mr. Lynham. Her son Charles Carter Armistead is placed with Mr. Waugh in Port Royal.","Account for nails and German steel.","Scope and Contents \"Invoice of Sundries shipped on board the Ann \u0026 Mary, Captain. John Wheeler...\" Horses, tools, medical implements, riding equipment and spices.","Memo from Rowles Grymes and Co.","Lucy's visit to home of Col. William Byrd III?. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 183.","Offers to send Negro girls to help her daughter.","Protests the manner of payment of bill of exchange. Includes copy of request for bill of exchange from William Cocke to Rowles Grymes and County, London, 1787 November 30.","Sends tobacco to be sold to cover cost of requested items. Draws a bill of exchange upon them.","Agreement about Negroes written by Mr. Page.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Children's education in spelling, Greek, and reading. The new Constitution will lead to a navy.","Scope and Contents Her brother Charles Carter will send for her daughters. Plans to return to Hesse soon.","Shipment of tobacco sent by the ship Williamson under John Miers to Rowles Grymes and County","Shipment of tobacco and other goods.","Scope and Contents Damages from a hurricane. A legal \"execution\". Aunt and Uncle Lewis Willis.","Arrival of tobacco and confusion of orders.","Accounts against Cocke. On Reverse, note from Mr. Weaver and W.A. Fry.","Scope and Contents Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","\"Invoice of Goods...\" shipped care of P. Parker at Norfolk.","Scope and Contents Traveling and illness. Mr. Page and Mr. Byrd may help her move.","Sends by Willis, a tobacco note for Mrs. Maria Armistead's travels.","Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","Receipts for money for Benjamin Harrison Jr.","Receipt of Cocke's draft through Alexander Donald.","Shipment of tobacco on the Brandon. Requests information on the most popular kinds of tobacco.","Items to be sent to the care of P.L. Grymes. Notes of exchange.","Account of work done around his house. Lists cost of items used.","Receipt for payment on coffee.","Dispute. Copy sent to Mrs. Maria Armistead.","Wife Sally Sarah desires news of her sister Jane Armistead Cole. One of Washington's sisters married Mr. Milton. Growth of the area. Advantages of this farm.","Sale of Cocke's tobacco which was of poor quality and \"injured by the spot.\"","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account due John and Thomas Gilliat for sugar, salt and iron.","Death of partner James Rowles. Sale of tobacco.","Payment of a debt to prevent having to sell Negroes. His wife Betsy. Miss Nancy Armistead \"is almost devoured by Sweet Hearts.\"","Scope and Contents Supplies of tea, earthenware, cyder sic and herring from Mr. Gilliat. Mother Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke will visit soon.","Judy Armistead's ill health; suggests cures. Charles Carter Armistead is over the measles; Mr. Thomas Ryan praises him.","Sends all requested items except loaf sugar.","Wheat harvest. Possibility of a Spanish war; Spanish ships have been seen in New York and Virginia. Mentions brother Charles Cocke and his son Henry.","Confusion in the settlement of Cocke's account with Donald and Barton of London.","At Manchester, with Mr. Pankey, inquired after hogsheads of mother Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke. Tobacco; one had been sent to William Mitchell.","Poor tobacco sales of the previous crop will prevent his getting out of debt. Present crop does well. People have started growing wheat.","John Hall brought a runaway Negro to Napier. The boy said he belonged to William Cocke of Cumberland.","Sends account of tobacco shipped in the Williamson.","His sister Elizabeth Adams wishes Cocke to sell her corn. Consulted Major Thomas Massie and William Fry.","Monies due from estate of Thomas Adams.","Account for carrying hogsheads to market.","List of monies due Cocke.","\"Appraisement and Inventory of stock and plantation tools and utensils on Mrs. Elizabeth Adames' plantation in Amherst County.\"","Acting for James Brown, sends coffee, and iron by Mr. Fenwick. Prices given.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sent corn. Hired a new overseer, Smith. Sale of wheat. The trial of a Negro.","Accounts, from November 1790 to date, for salt, iron, wheat, leather, waggonage of tobacco, pork and draft on Donald and Burton.","Agreement that Moore will cultivate land for 5 years and then become the owner.","Accounting of money.","Bill for carrying tobacco of Mrs. Adams to the canal.","William Creacy (or Cresey) took too large an order of money on Weaver.","Account for women's clothing. On reverse, account of items furnished Mrs. Maria Armistead and for tuition for Charles Carter Armistead.","Exchange of servants. Harry's death.","Agreement for building a house, \"with a plain Cornice.\"","Death of Mrs Elizabeth Adams, settlement of part of the estate between her daughter Sally Sarah and William Cocke (her son).","Schooling of her son Charles Carter Armistead.","Account for money lent.","Agreement to rent Negroes and plantation on Rockfish River, Amherst County, part of estate of Thomas Adams, deceased.","Family accounts and death of William's mother (Mrs. Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke Adams.)","Sends account.","Sale of slaves and horses. Crops.","His fall from a horse.","Repaying William Cocke for building a bridge across Knockbuckle Stream, by wheat growers.","Wheat receipts.","Account of sale of tobacco and settlement of bonds.","Shipment of tobacco from Tappahannock.","Clothes and family news.","Scope and Contents Sale of Negro living at house of Thomas Taylor Byrd husband of Mary, daughter of William Armistead, Frederick.","Money due on a draft.","Scope and Contents Family matters. Marriage of daughter Nancy Ann Cleves to Mr. John P. Pleasants.","Account.","Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors, concerning William Armistead's will.","Scope and Contents Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors. Mr. John Warden is an able friend. Consulted Thomas Tabb.","Death of Godfrey; consolation. Illness in the family.","Sarah Daingerfield to Mrs. Maria Armistead, Hesse. Health, the phaeton and chocolate.","Account.","Scope and Contents Death of Mrs. Maria Armistead. Her papers in the Powell v. Armistead lawsuit.","Family reunion. Marriage of Mrs. Randolph. The coming marriage of her brother Phil to Miss Betsy Page.","Family news. The Hesse estate.","Leasing Hesse house to Mr. Van Bibber and the house's burning down. Living in Matthews County.","Deed for property in Gloucester County on Piankatank River.","Arranging insurance for Cocke's barn.","Flour business.","Settlement of account.","Receipt for flour.","Scope and Contents Enclosing Bishop James Madison's draft on Hollins, for his son, Peyton Randolph.","Newspaper.","Agreement that Ashton will be an apprentice miller.","Account sheet.","Agreement to hire Powers as overseer.","Scope and Contents Hessian fly affecting the wheat. His cousin, John Coles, has nervous fever. Asks for money.","Scope and Contents Report on son William A. Cocke in Chemical and Moral classes.","Portfolio subscription. Requests news of Mr. R. H. Atkinson.","Scope and Contents Drought. Acquiring Burnett seeds for Peter Bowdoin of Hungais, Northampton County, Va. and Genl. Nathaniel Carzell of Sussex County, Virginia.","2 receipts for payment on a debt.","Promissory note.","Treatment of a Negro girl.","Scope and Contents Traveling. Family news. Character of Napoleon.","Receipt for interest paid on a bond.","Partitions land and describes how he wishes to be buried.","The E.F. Academy, Eternity and God. Father appointed to Port Gibson.","Illness of Uncle Richard. Family news. Hot Spring resorts.","Promotion. Departure from Camp Bejara. Genl. Cushing coming to visit. Friends in Santa Anna are Bob Hughes, Major Kenly, Dr. Tilghman and Dr. Field.","Love letter. Hopes she rejects the suit of Mr. Nelson.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Scope and Contents Marriage? Witt's injuries.","Account for money paid and received.","Illness, and death of Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Snow. Their school, composed of Mann Jones, John Dixon, and John and William Fox. Cousin Francis Tomkies is coming to Gloucester.","Family news and weather. Farming.","Minister Cole Hodges and Mr. Rodher. Sending a package for the Judge.","Tobacco shipping. On second sheet, printed list of merchandise and marketing information.","Scope and ContentsCertificate that account of Richard P. Jones, written by William H. Allmand, is correct.","Settlement of a suit. His cruise to Madiera and the Canary Islands.","Requests medical attention for his man Jonah.","Scope and Contents \"Papers connected with the suit of Gov. Thomas of Maryland and his unfortunate wife Sally McDowell.\"A Genl. Jones was counsel for Thomas.","Scope and Contents Illness of his wife and siser Ann. Providence. Mentions Mr. Mann and Dr. P. Lewis.","Sale of property in Highland and Adams counties. Traveling.","Sends supplies. Wheat shipment.","\"Horses bought in Ohio. . .\"","Tobaco sales. \"I hear the distant thunder rumbling in our own beloved country.\" Quoted Virgil on the war in Europe.","\"Sale of Forkes Plantation,\" planned with Rush Floyd.","Scope and Contents Charles Le Baron, Mobile Alabama to Richard P. Jones, Gloucester County, Virginia, brother of Harriet who married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Thomas L.P. Cocke. Settlement of estate of Mr. George L. Fauntleroy.","Miss Booth. As Dr. Booth had few debts, the sale of a slave should settle the account for his own services.","Sale of tobacco.","Scope and Contents Settlement of estate of Dr. Booth. Money is to be left wtih Mr. Curtis if she is not at Wareham.","Scope and Contents Troubles sent by God, especially the death of Mr. Langhorn. Mr. Jacob C. Sheldon is sick. Family news.","Contract made with R.F. Northern for carrying mail.","Projected celebration at Yorktown. Patriotism. Preservation of the Republic.","Payment on a mortgage assumed from T.L. Phillips.","Form for monthly return of the captain.","Upon Genl. Taliaferro's orders, collected guns in the county. Guns of Col. Hayes and Col. Taylor. Completion of arsenal. Asks for job on Taliaferro's staff.","Family news and agriculture. Formation of a company in Cumberland.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke, writer's brother sent news about obstructing roads and fords. Promotion of officers. Cousin Robert Preston. War maneuvers.","Scope and Contents Movement toward Alexandria. Expects an attack. Thomas L.P. Cocke is needed at home. \"Most officers, as they make more money by their offices than they did by their professions or trades get less credit for patriotism.\" Agriculture.","Fight at Manassas. Cally Heath came down.","Letter. Family news. His description of Battle of Bull Run.","Politics of the artillery company. Behavior of Pendleton. Clothing.","The members of his mess. Food is of fine quality. Family news.","Troop movements. Housing. Family news.","Scope and Contents Troop movements near Winchester and Harrisonburg. Uncle J.T.L. Preston is well.","Flanking McClellan's force. News of his brothers.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke was well after the recent battle.","Hot weather. Cousin Charles Moncure. Edmund leads a relaxed life.","Scope and Contents Philadelphia press reports movements of Yankee forces inaccurately. Will fall back to Richmond before fighting. Tom L.P. Cocke's company is near Port Royal. Furloughs.","Their man Abner. Troop movements in the rain. Vaccinations. Shoes and clothing. Wheat.","Work on breastworks. Furlough of Dr. Weymouth.","Attempts to get a discharge from a hospital. Getting a substitute.","Scope and Contents Busy in legislature. Horses and mules being vulnerable to Yankee theft. Problems with Negroes. Marital attachment of a Negro couple.","Scope and Contents \"In the event Thomas L.P. Cocke is not sent into the Army\"; from Elizabeth Randolph Cocke, Robert D. Brown, John Hatcher and Nathaniel Walton.","Bill for horses and corn.","Management and/or sale of property in London.","Letter describing place of Randolphs and Prestons at the College of William and Mary, part of a program for raising the endowment.","Scope and Contents Mother visiting her son in Washington. Plans for Christmas. Plus note from Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Obituary taken from the Southern Churchman of Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Cocke. Ms. notes by Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Mrs. Harriet Sheldon, wife of Jacob C. Sheldon, daughter of John Dixon.","Scope and Contents Death of Uncle J.T.L. Preston. Family news.","A present for Miss Martha.","Devoted to Robert E. Lee.","\"Descendants of Gentlemen-Adventurer will celebrate Henrico Grant of 1636.\"","Scope and Contents Engraving of letter from George Washington, Mount Vernon, to Francis Hopkinson, May 16, 1785; \"for the Port Folio.\"","Scope and Contents Recent death of her husband Mann Page. Visitors Sophia and Lizzie Tompkins.","\"Third Regiment Virginia Calvalry, Roll of Company G, Cumberland County.\"","Religious poem.","Scope and Contents Made by C.S. Laboratory, Richmond, Virginia.","Account books and a scrapbook of poems.","List of enslaved people, with ages, in May 1854, noted in back of journal.","Scrapbook of poems.","Later family letters, genealogical notes, and poems, 1839-1916, of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge, and Carter families. Includes letters kept by Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, daughter of T.L.P. Cocke and letters of Mary B. Cocke, mother of Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Includes letters of the Cocke, Curtis, and Preston families of Richmond, Virginia, particularly correspondence between Harriet Throgmorton Jones Curtis and her children Charles (\"Barney\"), Mary Boothe, Harriet, Maria, and Martha Curtis. Also includes correspondence between Mary Booth Curtis and her husband, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, as well as letters from Thomas L.P. Cocke's mother, Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, to himself and his brothers, William, Edmund, and Preston Cocke.","Family news.","Letters are to her sons William F. Cocke, Thomas L.P. Cocke, Edmund R. Cocke, and Preston Cocke, and her daughters-in-law and grandchildren.","Scope and Contents Correspondence early in their marriage when they were apart. Includes letters from their children Maria, Harriet, Charles and William Cocke, living in Powhatan County, Virginia with their mother, to their father.","Letters are to brother Charles Curtis, her sisters Mary Boothe, Maria and Martha Curtis, and her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from Martha Throgmorton Curtis James to her sisters Mary Boothe Curtis Cocke, Maria Greenhough Curtis JOnes, Harriet Curtis Cringan, Fanny Throgmorton Curtis, and her mother Harriet T.J. Curtis, about family news.","Letters are to sisters Harriet T.J. Curtis, her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke and her niece, Harriet Cocke.","Letters to her sisters, mother and Mary Booth Curtis Cocke and Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from family and friends just prior to her wedding to Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters to Curtis (also called \"Barney\") from friends and family.","From family and friends.","Includes one photograph of Annie Page.","Scope and Contents From Washington College and the University of Virginia. Also includes Vol. 1 (March 1839) of the Collegian, published by the students of the University of Virginia, and a program of the Baccalaureate Exercises at the College of William and Mary in 1935.","Written to her children before the Civil War."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Armistead Family","Cocke Family","Preston family","Cocke, Edmund Randolph, 1841-1922","Cocke, Thomas Lewis Preston, 1838-1895","Cocke, William, 1798-1855","Cocke, William Fauntleroy, 1826-1863","Ewell, Benjamin Stoddert, 1810-1894","Cocke, William Fauntleroy, 1836-1863","Cocke, William, fl. 1798-1855"],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"names_coll_ssim":["Preston family","Cocke, Edmund Randolph, 1841-1922","Cocke, Thomas Lewis Preston, 1838-1895","Cocke, William Fauntleroy, 1836-1863","Cocke, William, fl. 1798-1855"],"famname_ssim":["Armistead Family","Cocke Family","Preston family"],"persname_ssim":["Cocke, Edmund Randolph, 1841-1922","Cocke, Thomas Lewis Preston, 1838-1895","Cocke, William, 1798-1855","Cocke, William Fauntleroy, 1826-1863","Ewell, Benjamin Stoddert, 1810-1894","Cocke, William Fauntleroy, 1836-1863","Cocke, William, fl. 1798-1855"],"language_ssim":["English"],"descrules_ssm":["Describing Archives: A Content Standard"],"total_component_count_is":287,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-05-21T01:33:10.102Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8492","ead_ssi":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8492","_root_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8492","_nest_parent_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8492","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WM/repositories_2_resources_8492.xml","title_filing_ssi":"Armistead-Cocke Papers","title_ssm":["Armistead-Cocke Papers"],"title_tesim":["Armistead-Cocke Papers"],"unitdate_ssm":["1680-1917"],"unitdate_inclusive_ssm":["1680-1917"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["Mss. 65 Ar6","/repositories/2/resources/8492"],"text":["Mss. 65 Ar6","/repositories/2/resources/8492","Armistead-Cocke Papers","Powhatan County (Va.)","Armistead family","Astronomy--Study and teaching","Bull Run, 1st Battle of, Va., 1861","Cocke family","College of William and Mary--History--19th century","Cumberland County (Va.)--History--18th century","Cumberland County (Va.)--History--20th century","Gloucester County (Va.)--History","Gloucester County (Va.)--History--18th century","Gloucester County (Va.)--History--19th century","Henrico County (Va.)--History","Randolph family","Reconstruction","Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877)--Virginia","Richmond (Va.)--History","Study and teaching","Account books","Correspondence","Financial records","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Arrangement: the collection is arranged chronologically.","Organization: The inventory has been divided into seven series. Series 1 is the genealogical and donor material, Series 2 is photographs, Series 3 is material concerning houses and land, Series 4 is correspondence and other papers, Series 5 is the Jones Account Books, Series 6 is Accession 1997.34 and Series 7 is Accession 1998.45.","Maria Carter, daughter of Charles Carter of \"Cleve,\" King George County, Virginia married William Armistead of \"Hesse,\" Gloucester County, Virginia William Cocke, son of Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke and Bowler Cocke, married Jane Armistead.","Their son, William Armistead Cocke had among other children, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke who married Mary Booth Curtis.","Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00018.frame","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.","Mss. 69 J71 Jones Family Papers","Correspondence, 1756-1764, of Maria Carter Armistead (including letters written by Mrs. Thomas Feilde); business papers, 1782-1828, of William Cocke of \"Bremo,\" Henrico County, Virginia and of \"Oakland,\" Cumberland County, Virginia; and letters, 1861-1863, of William Fauntleroy Cocke, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke and Edmund Randolph Cocke concerning their service in the Confederate States Army (including the Battle of First Bull Run).","Also included are five volumes of farm and account books, 1851-1863, of Richard P. Jones of \"Land's End,\" Gloucester County, Virginia; copybooks on astronomy, [circa 1770-1780?], scrapbooks, and genealogical material.","Includes letter, 1869, of Benjamin Stoddert Ewell concerning the connections between the Randolph and Preston families and the College of William and Mary.","Additions to the collection (1997.34 and 1998.45) include family letters, genealogical notes and poems of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge and Carter families living in Richmond, Virginia and Powhatan County, Virginia. Some letters are written from Richmond in the Reconstruction Era.","Press release, 1958. Initial list of the collection. Genealogical charts.","Clipping. Re: Genealogical Column, about Carters and Armisteads.","Incomplete letter. Early Carter and Armistead families, containing copies of letters from this collection.","Genealogical material concerning the Curtis, Sheldon, Carter, and Cocke families by Maria C. Talcott.","Clipping. From The Richmond Times-Dispatch","Copy of the tombstone of Emanuel Jones, died 1739, made by Peyton H. Page.","Concerns Major Robert Throckmorton and John Peyton Dixon, from Bible owned by Mrs. Fann Throckmorton Nicolson.","Clipping from The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore. Concerning \"The Throckmorton family of England and Virginia\" by Jane Griffin Keys.","Painting in Alexandria. She married Bowler Cocke II, and their son was William Cocke who married Jane Armistead.","Photostat positive and negative of painting, owned by Mrs. Maria C. and Nathan ? Talcott, of Maria Byrd, daughter of William Byrd II and wife of Charles Carter, with son Charles Carter and Maria Carter Armistead ?","Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, son of William Armistead Cocke, Oakland.","Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Preston Cocke, with Sally Lyle Preston Cocke, eldest daughter of Edmund Randolph Cocke.","Mary Booth Curtis Cocke, wife of Thomas L. P. Cocke.","\"Historic Mansion of Mathews County,\" concerning \"Hesse.\"","\"Oakland.\" Short History on back.","\"Mrs. Cocke, Mistress of Oakland and Hostess of the Lees at Derwent,\" by Alice M. Tyler from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.","\"Derwent Must Be Saved\" from The Richmond News Leader.","\"Lee's Hideaway Still Stands.\" Reprinted from The Washington and Lee University Alumni Magazine by Dr. Leslie Lyle Campbell.","\"Southerner Heard First and Final Shots of War Between States, was friend of Lee\" by Charles F. Preston.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Part of plat showing land on the Piantantank River of Lady Skipwith, George Curtis, Colonel Kemp, Augustin Horthus and William Marloe.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Sale of land in Kingston Parish, inherited from George Curtis, who bought the land from Edward Wyatt.","Thomas Curtis, Gloucester County to Charles Curtis, Middlesex County concerning deed of same date which was to fulfill Thomas Curtis' bond to Charles Curtis.","P. Beverly, Clerk of County Court. Concerning testimony of Nicholas Cobb, defendant; by his attorney, Thomas Gregson, in dispute over land purchased from George Curtis, now deceased.","Charles Curtis (Kingston Parish, Gloucester County) gives all land to son Augustine, to daughters Sarrah Henry and Sous Anna Iveson, Negroes and linens","Charles Curtis on Piantatank River to John West, Chisanassirk River, Accomack County. Land surveyed by John Smith. Shows location of the house.","Nicholas Foster. Floor plan of a house (Note watermark).","How to stay busy during the day. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 432.","Requests that the family visit her at \"Westover.\"","Includes bound in letter, 1792 April 14, from Christopher Pryor to Mrs. Maria Armistead, \"Hesse.\"","Cousin Maria Carter, daughter of Landon Beverley, gave birth to a son in October. Uncle William III and Aunt Mary Willing Byrd are going to tour through New York and Philadelphia. Health. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 178.","Pocket money for her visiting. Cautions against flattery. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography,Volume 10, page 178.","Coming marriages of Lucy Burwell to Edmund Berkeley, Rebecca Burwell to Jaquelin Ambler and Jenny Burwell to Mann Page of \"Rosewell,\" and Miss Hannah Fairfax to Warner Washington. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 177-178 and Volume 15, pages 433-434.","Concerns Mr. William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 435.","Family news.","Her marriage to William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 179-180 and Volume 15, page 435.","Vote getting. Lewis' coming marriage. Launching of ship by the father of Lewis.","Suit against Clark Courtney and his mother Anne Mabry concerning land \"at Eatons warehouse on Rappahannock River.\"","Virginians' reaction to Lord Dunmore as Governor. Tryon is well received at New York, as is Col. Fanning. Family news. Partly published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 180.","Accounts with William Jackson, James Clark, Major Thomas Boswell, John Robinson, Richard Hodges, Robert Matthewes, William Bentley Estate, Francis Elliot, and John Hibble.","John New, John Fox and Danall New, Senior to William Armistead, Sheriff, Gloucester County, Virginia.","Visit of Mr. William and Mrs. Armistead to their church. Route over Pudding Creek Bridge.","News about fighting in Norfolk and man of war near York. Sent cotton and worsted.","The Armisteads' moving to North River to avoid the enemy. The Armisteads have kept prisoners.","The evils and hardships brought upon the people by persons without authority.","Extends sympathy and discusses the comforts of relgion in the troubles brought by the war.","Submission to the catastrophies brought by man and God. News of the Russian General, and General Howe building on the Delaware.","Birth of Mrs. Armistead's child. Captain Deane carried Major Skith in his ship. Resignation to the will of Providence.","Mr. Smith came to Elizabeth Town, N.J. but was denied a permit for New York. Lack of Negroes.","Accounts.","Accounts.","Scope and Contents Account.","Memorandum of money received.","Copy book on Astronomy.","On reverse, John T. Griffin assigns the bond to Major William Lewis.","Account for the year.","Money payment in Half Joes. Land papers brought from Augusta.","\"Invoice of Sundry Goods Shipped on board the Planter Capt. William Arthurs for Virginia...\" Furniture, linens, carpets, dishes and silverware.","Corn and wheat deliveries, requested by Mr. Lynham. Her son Charles Carter Armistead is placed with Mr. Waugh in Port Royal.","Account for nails and German steel.","Scope and Contents \"Invoice of Sundries shipped on board the Ann \u0026 Mary, Captain. John Wheeler...\" Horses, tools, medical implements, riding equipment and spices.","Memo from Rowles Grymes and Co.","Lucy's visit to home of Col. William Byrd III?. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 183.","Offers to send Negro girls to help her daughter.","Protests the manner of payment of bill of exchange. Includes copy of request for bill of exchange from William Cocke to Rowles Grymes and County, London, 1787 November 30.","Sends tobacco to be sold to cover cost of requested items. Draws a bill of exchange upon them.","Agreement about Negroes written by Mr. Page.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Children's education in spelling, Greek, and reading. The new Constitution will lead to a navy.","Scope and Contents Her brother Charles Carter will send for her daughters. Plans to return to Hesse soon.","Shipment of tobacco sent by the ship Williamson under John Miers to Rowles Grymes and County","Shipment of tobacco and other goods.","Scope and Contents Damages from a hurricane. A legal \"execution\". Aunt and Uncle Lewis Willis.","Arrival of tobacco and confusion of orders.","Accounts against Cocke. On Reverse, note from Mr. Weaver and W.A. Fry.","Scope and Contents Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","\"Invoice of Goods...\" shipped care of P. Parker at Norfolk.","Scope and Contents Traveling and illness. Mr. Page and Mr. Byrd may help her move.","Sends by Willis, a tobacco note for Mrs. Maria Armistead's travels.","Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","Receipts for money for Benjamin Harrison Jr.","Receipt of Cocke's draft through Alexander Donald.","Shipment of tobacco on the Brandon. Requests information on the most popular kinds of tobacco.","Items to be sent to the care of P.L. Grymes. Notes of exchange.","Account of work done around his house. Lists cost of items used.","Receipt for payment on coffee.","Dispute. Copy sent to Mrs. Maria Armistead.","Wife Sally Sarah desires news of her sister Jane Armistead Cole. One of Washington's sisters married Mr. Milton. Growth of the area. Advantages of this farm.","Sale of Cocke's tobacco which was of poor quality and \"injured by the spot.\"","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account due John and Thomas Gilliat for sugar, salt and iron.","Death of partner James Rowles. Sale of tobacco.","Payment of a debt to prevent having to sell Negroes. His wife Betsy. Miss Nancy Armistead \"is almost devoured by Sweet Hearts.\"","Scope and Contents Supplies of tea, earthenware, cyder sic and herring from Mr. Gilliat. Mother Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke will visit soon.","Judy Armistead's ill health; suggests cures. Charles Carter Armistead is over the measles; Mr. Thomas Ryan praises him.","Sends all requested items except loaf sugar.","Wheat harvest. Possibility of a Spanish war; Spanish ships have been seen in New York and Virginia. Mentions brother Charles Cocke and his son Henry.","Confusion in the settlement of Cocke's account with Donald and Barton of London.","At Manchester, with Mr. Pankey, inquired after hogsheads of mother Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke. Tobacco; one had been sent to William Mitchell.","Poor tobacco sales of the previous crop will prevent his getting out of debt. Present crop does well. People have started growing wheat.","John Hall brought a runaway Negro to Napier. The boy said he belonged to William Cocke of Cumberland.","Sends account of tobacco shipped in the Williamson.","His sister Elizabeth Adams wishes Cocke to sell her corn. Consulted Major Thomas Massie and William Fry.","Monies due from estate of Thomas Adams.","Account for carrying hogsheads to market.","List of monies due Cocke.","\"Appraisement and Inventory of stock and plantation tools and utensils on Mrs. Elizabeth Adames' plantation in Amherst County.\"","Acting for James Brown, sends coffee, and iron by Mr. Fenwick. Prices given.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sent corn. Hired a new overseer, Smith. Sale of wheat. The trial of a Negro.","Accounts, from November 1790 to date, for salt, iron, wheat, leather, waggonage of tobacco, pork and draft on Donald and Burton.","Agreement that Moore will cultivate land for 5 years and then become the owner.","Accounting of money.","Bill for carrying tobacco of Mrs. Adams to the canal.","William Creacy (or Cresey) took too large an order of money on Weaver.","Account for women's clothing. On reverse, account of items furnished Mrs. Maria Armistead and for tuition for Charles Carter Armistead.","Exchange of servants. Harry's death.","Agreement for building a house, \"with a plain Cornice.\"","Death of Mrs Elizabeth Adams, settlement of part of the estate between her daughter Sally Sarah and William Cocke (her son).","Schooling of her son Charles Carter Armistead.","Account for money lent.","Agreement to rent Negroes and plantation on Rockfish River, Amherst County, part of estate of Thomas Adams, deceased.","Family accounts and death of William's mother (Mrs. Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke Adams.)","Sends account.","Sale of slaves and horses. Crops.","His fall from a horse.","Repaying William Cocke for building a bridge across Knockbuckle Stream, by wheat growers.","Wheat receipts.","Account of sale of tobacco and settlement of bonds.","Shipment of tobacco from Tappahannock.","Clothes and family news.","Scope and Contents Sale of Negro living at house of Thomas Taylor Byrd husband of Mary, daughter of William Armistead, Frederick.","Money due on a draft.","Scope and Contents Family matters. Marriage of daughter Nancy Ann Cleves to Mr. John P. Pleasants.","Account.","Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors, concerning William Armistead's will.","Scope and Contents Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors. Mr. John Warden is an able friend. Consulted Thomas Tabb.","Death of Godfrey; consolation. Illness in the family.","Sarah Daingerfield to Mrs. Maria Armistead, Hesse. Health, the phaeton and chocolate.","Account.","Scope and Contents Death of Mrs. Maria Armistead. Her papers in the Powell v. Armistead lawsuit.","Family reunion. Marriage of Mrs. Randolph. The coming marriage of her brother Phil to Miss Betsy Page.","Family news. The Hesse estate.","Leasing Hesse house to Mr. Van Bibber and the house's burning down. Living in Matthews County.","Deed for property in Gloucester County on Piankatank River.","Arranging insurance for Cocke's barn.","Flour business.","Settlement of account.","Receipt for flour.","Scope and Contents Enclosing Bishop James Madison's draft on Hollins, for his son, Peyton Randolph.","Newspaper.","Agreement that Ashton will be an apprentice miller.","Account sheet.","Agreement to hire Powers as overseer.","Scope and Contents Hessian fly affecting the wheat. His cousin, John Coles, has nervous fever. Asks for money.","Scope and Contents Report on son William A. Cocke in Chemical and Moral classes.","Portfolio subscription. Requests news of Mr. R. H. Atkinson.","Scope and Contents Drought. Acquiring Burnett seeds for Peter Bowdoin of Hungais, Northampton County, Va. and Genl. Nathaniel Carzell of Sussex County, Virginia.","2 receipts for payment on a debt.","Promissory note.","Treatment of a Negro girl.","Scope and Contents Traveling. Family news. Character of Napoleon.","Receipt for interest paid on a bond.","Partitions land and describes how he wishes to be buried.","The E.F. Academy, Eternity and God. Father appointed to Port Gibson.","Illness of Uncle Richard. Family news. Hot Spring resorts.","Promotion. Departure from Camp Bejara. Genl. Cushing coming to visit. Friends in Santa Anna are Bob Hughes, Major Kenly, Dr. Tilghman and Dr. Field.","Love letter. Hopes she rejects the suit of Mr. Nelson.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Scope and Contents Marriage? Witt's injuries.","Account for money paid and received.","Illness, and death of Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Snow. Their school, composed of Mann Jones, John Dixon, and John and William Fox. Cousin Francis Tomkies is coming to Gloucester.","Family news and weather. Farming.","Minister Cole Hodges and Mr. Rodher. Sending a package for the Judge.","Tobacco shipping. On second sheet, printed list of merchandise and marketing information.","Scope and ContentsCertificate that account of Richard P. Jones, written by William H. Allmand, is correct.","Settlement of a suit. His cruise to Madiera and the Canary Islands.","Requests medical attention for his man Jonah.","Scope and Contents \"Papers connected with the suit of Gov. Thomas of Maryland and his unfortunate wife Sally McDowell.\"A Genl. Jones was counsel for Thomas.","Scope and Contents Illness of his wife and siser Ann. Providence. Mentions Mr. Mann and Dr. P. Lewis.","Sale of property in Highland and Adams counties. Traveling.","Sends supplies. Wheat shipment.","\"Horses bought in Ohio. . .\"","Tobaco sales. \"I hear the distant thunder rumbling in our own beloved country.\" Quoted Virgil on the war in Europe.","\"Sale of Forkes Plantation,\" planned with Rush Floyd.","Scope and Contents Charles Le Baron, Mobile Alabama to Richard P. Jones, Gloucester County, Virginia, brother of Harriet who married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Thomas L.P. Cocke. Settlement of estate of Mr. George L. Fauntleroy.","Miss Booth. As Dr. Booth had few debts, the sale of a slave should settle the account for his own services.","Sale of tobacco.","Scope and Contents Settlement of estate of Dr. Booth. Money is to be left wtih Mr. Curtis if she is not at Wareham.","Scope and Contents Troubles sent by God, especially the death of Mr. Langhorn. Mr. Jacob C. Sheldon is sick. Family news.","Contract made with R.F. Northern for carrying mail.","Projected celebration at Yorktown. Patriotism. Preservation of the Republic.","Payment on a mortgage assumed from T.L. Phillips.","Form for monthly return of the captain.","Upon Genl. Taliaferro's orders, collected guns in the county. Guns of Col. Hayes and Col. Taylor. Completion of arsenal. Asks for job on Taliaferro's staff.","Family news and agriculture. Formation of a company in Cumberland.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke, writer's brother sent news about obstructing roads and fords. Promotion of officers. Cousin Robert Preston. War maneuvers.","Scope and Contents Movement toward Alexandria. Expects an attack. Thomas L.P. Cocke is needed at home. \"Most officers, as they make more money by their offices than they did by their professions or trades get less credit for patriotism.\" Agriculture.","Fight at Manassas. Cally Heath came down.","Letter. Family news. His description of Battle of Bull Run.","Politics of the artillery company. Behavior of Pendleton. Clothing.","The members of his mess. Food is of fine quality. Family news.","Troop movements. Housing. Family news.","Scope and Contents Troop movements near Winchester and Harrisonburg. Uncle J.T.L. Preston is well.","Flanking McClellan's force. News of his brothers.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke was well after the recent battle.","Hot weather. Cousin Charles Moncure. Edmund leads a relaxed life.","Scope and Contents Philadelphia press reports movements of Yankee forces inaccurately. Will fall back to Richmond before fighting. Tom L.P. Cocke's company is near Port Royal. Furloughs.","Their man Abner. Troop movements in the rain. Vaccinations. Shoes and clothing. Wheat.","Work on breastworks. Furlough of Dr. Weymouth.","Attempts to get a discharge from a hospital. Getting a substitute.","Scope and Contents Busy in legislature. Horses and mules being vulnerable to Yankee theft. Problems with Negroes. Marital attachment of a Negro couple.","Scope and Contents \"In the event Thomas L.P. Cocke is not sent into the Army\"; from Elizabeth Randolph Cocke, Robert D. Brown, John Hatcher and Nathaniel Walton.","Bill for horses and corn.","Management and/or sale of property in London.","Letter describing place of Randolphs and Prestons at the College of William and Mary, part of a program for raising the endowment.","Scope and Contents Mother visiting her son in Washington. Plans for Christmas. Plus note from Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Obituary taken from the Southern Churchman of Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Cocke. Ms. notes by Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Mrs. Harriet Sheldon, wife of Jacob C. Sheldon, daughter of John Dixon.","Scope and Contents Death of Uncle J.T.L. Preston. Family news.","A present for Miss Martha.","Devoted to Robert E. Lee.","\"Descendants of Gentlemen-Adventurer will celebrate Henrico Grant of 1636.\"","Scope and Contents Engraving of letter from George Washington, Mount Vernon, to Francis Hopkinson, May 16, 1785; \"for the Port Folio.\"","Scope and Contents Recent death of her husband Mann Page. Visitors Sophia and Lizzie Tompkins.","\"Third Regiment Virginia Calvalry, Roll of Company G, Cumberland County.\"","Religious poem.","Scope and Contents Made by C.S. Laboratory, Richmond, Virginia.","Account books and a scrapbook of poems.","List of enslaved people, with ages, in May 1854, noted in back of journal.","Scrapbook of poems.","Later family letters, genealogical notes, and poems, 1839-1916, of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge, and Carter families. Includes letters kept by Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, daughter of T.L.P. Cocke and letters of Mary B. Cocke, mother of Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Includes letters of the Cocke, Curtis, and Preston families of Richmond, Virginia, particularly correspondence between Harriet Throgmorton Jones Curtis and her children Charles (\"Barney\"), Mary Boothe, Harriet, Maria, and Martha Curtis. Also includes correspondence between Mary Booth Curtis and her husband, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, as well as letters from Thomas L.P. Cocke's mother, Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, to himself and his brothers, William, Edmund, and Preston Cocke.","Family news.","Letters are to her sons William F. Cocke, Thomas L.P. Cocke, Edmund R. Cocke, and Preston Cocke, and her daughters-in-law and grandchildren.","Scope and Contents Correspondence early in their marriage when they were apart. Includes letters from their children Maria, Harriet, Charles and William Cocke, living in Powhatan County, Virginia with their mother, to their father.","Letters are to brother Charles Curtis, her sisters Mary Boothe, Maria and Martha Curtis, and her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from Martha Throgmorton Curtis James to her sisters Mary Boothe Curtis Cocke, Maria Greenhough Curtis JOnes, Harriet Curtis Cringan, Fanny Throgmorton Curtis, and her mother Harriet T.J. Curtis, about family news.","Letters are to sisters Harriet T.J. Curtis, her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke and her niece, Harriet Cocke.","Letters to her sisters, mother and Mary Booth Curtis Cocke and Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from family and friends just prior to her wedding to Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters to Curtis (also called \"Barney\") from friends and family.","From family and friends.","Includes one photograph of Annie Page.","Scope and Contents From Washington College and the University of Virginia. 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Series 1 is the genealogical and donor material, Series 2 is photographs, Series 3 is material concerning houses and land, Series 4 is correspondence and other papers, Series 5 is the Jones Account Books, Series 6 is Accession 1997.34 and Series 7 is Accession 1998.45."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eMaria Carter, daughter of Charles Carter of \"Cleve,\" King George County, Virginia married William Armistead of \"Hesse,\" Gloucester County, Virginia William Cocke, son of Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke and Bowler Cocke, married Jane Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eTheir son, William Armistead Cocke had among other children, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke who married Mary Booth Curtis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Family History:"],"bioghist_tesim":["Maria Carter, daughter of Charles Carter of \"Cleve,\" King George County, Virginia married William Armistead of \"Hesse,\" Gloucester County, Virginia William Cocke, son of Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke and Bowler Cocke, married Jane Armistead.","Their son, William Armistead Cocke had among other children, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke who married Mary Booth Curtis."],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eOther Information:\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00018.frame\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["General"],"odd_tesim":["Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00018.frame"],"phystech_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eWhen available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.\u003c/p\u003e"],"phystech_heading_ssm":["Physical Characteristics or Technical Requirements:"],"phystech_tesim":["When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eArmistead-Cocke Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Armistead-Cocke Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eMss. 69 J71 Jones Family Papers\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["Mss. 69 J71 Jones Family Papers"],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, 1756-1764, of Maria Carter Armistead (including letters written by Mrs. Thomas Feilde); business papers, 1782-1828, of William Cocke of \"Bremo,\" Henrico County, Virginia and of \"Oakland,\" Cumberland County, Virginia; and letters, 1861-1863, of William Fauntleroy Cocke, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke and Edmund Randolph Cocke concerning their service in the Confederate States Army (including the Battle of First Bull Run).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso included are five volumes of farm and account books, 1851-1863, of Richard P. Jones of \"Land's End,\" Gloucester County, Virginia; copybooks on astronomy, [circa 1770-1780?], scrapbooks, and genealogical material.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter, 1869, of Benjamin Stoddert Ewell concerning the connections between the Randolph and Preston families and the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAdditions to the collection (1997.34 and 1998.45) include family letters, genealogical notes and poems of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge and Carter families living in Richmond, Virginia and Powhatan County, Virginia. Some letters are written from Richmond in the Reconstruction Era.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePress release, 1958. Initial list of the collection. Genealogical charts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping. Re: Genealogical Column, about Carters and Armisteads.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete letter. Early Carter and Armistead families, containing copies of letters from this collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogical material concerning the Curtis, Sheldon, Carter, and Cocke families by Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping. From The Richmond Times-Dispatch\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the tombstone of Emanuel Jones, died 1739, made by Peyton H. Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Major Robert Throckmorton and John Peyton Dixon, from Bible owned by Mrs. Fann Throckmorton Nicolson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore. Concerning \"The Throckmorton family of England and Virginia\" by Jane Griffin Keys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePainting in Alexandria. She married Bowler Cocke II, and their son was William Cocke who married Jane Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat positive and negative of painting, owned by Mrs. Maria C. and Nathan ? Talcott, of Maria Byrd, daughter of William Byrd II and wife of Charles Carter, with son Charles Carter and Maria Carter Armistead ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Lewis Preston Cocke, son of William Armistead Cocke, Oakland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Elizabeth Randolph Preston Cocke, with Sally Lyle Preston Cocke, eldest daughter of Edmund Randolph Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Booth Curtis Cocke, wife of Thomas L. P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Historic Mansion of Mathews County,\" concerning \"Hesse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Oakland.\" Short History on back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mrs. Cocke, Mistress of Oakland and Hostess of the Lees at Derwent,\" by Alice M. Tyler from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Derwent Must Be Saved\" from The Richmond News Leader.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Lee's Hideaway Still Stands.\" Reprinted from The Washington and Lee University Alumni Magazine by Dr. Leslie Lyle Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Southerner Heard First and Final Shots of War Between States, was friend of Lee\" by Charles F. Preston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhysical Location: Oversize File. Part of plat showing land on the Piantantank River of Lady Skipwith, George Curtis, Colonel Kemp, Augustin Horthus and William Marloe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhysical Location: Oversize File. Sale of land in Kingston Parish, inherited from George Curtis, who bought the land from Edward Wyatt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Curtis, Gloucester County to Charles Curtis, Middlesex County concerning deed of same date which was to fulfill Thomas Curtis' bond to Charles Curtis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eP. Beverly, Clerk of County Court. Concerning testimony of Nicholas Cobb, defendant; by his attorney, Thomas Gregson, in dispute over land purchased from George Curtis, now deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Curtis (Kingston Parish, Gloucester County) gives all land to son Augustine, to daughters Sarrah Henry and Sous Anna Iveson, Negroes and linens\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Curtis on Piantatank River to John West, Chisanassirk River, Accomack County. Land surveyed by John Smith. Shows location of the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNicholas Foster. Floor plan of a house (Note watermark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHow to stay busy during the day. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 432.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that the family visit her at \"Westover.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes bound in letter, 1792 April 14, from Christopher Pryor to Mrs. Maria Armistead, \"Hesse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCousin Maria Carter, daughter of Landon Beverley, gave birth to a son in October. Uncle William III and Aunt Mary Willing Byrd are going to tour through New York and Philadelphia. Health. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 178.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePocket money for her visiting. Cautions against flattery. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography,Volume 10, page 178.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComing marriages of Lucy Burwell to Edmund Berkeley, Rebecca Burwell to Jaquelin Ambler and Jenny Burwell to Mann Page of \"Rosewell,\" and Miss Hannah Fairfax to Warner Washington. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 177-178 and Volume 15, pages 433-434.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Mr. William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 435.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer marriage to William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 179-180 and Volume 15, page 435.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVote getting. Lewis' coming marriage. Launching of ship by the father of Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit against Clark Courtney and his mother Anne Mabry concerning land \"at Eatons warehouse on Rappahannock River.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginians' reaction to Lord Dunmore as Governor. Tryon is well received at New York, as is Col. Fanning. Family news. Partly published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 180.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with William Jackson, James Clark, Major Thomas Boswell, John Robinson, Richard Hodges, Robert Matthewes, William Bentley Estate, Francis Elliot, and John Hibble.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn New, John Fox and Danall New, Senior to William Armistead, Sheriff, Gloucester County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit of Mr. William and Mrs. Armistead to their church. Route over Pudding Creek Bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews about fighting in Norfolk and man of war near York. Sent cotton and worsted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Armisteads' moving to North River to avoid the enemy. The Armisteads have kept prisoners.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe evils and hardships brought upon the people by persons without authority.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtends sympathy and discusses the comforts of relgion in the troubles brought by the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmission to the catastrophies brought by man and God. News of the Russian General, and General Howe building on the Delaware.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBirth of Mrs. Armistead's child. Captain Deane carried Major Skith in his ship. Resignation to the will of Providence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Smith came to Elizabeth Town, N.J. but was denied a permit for New York. Lack of Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of money received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy book on Astronomy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn reverse, John T. Griffin assigns the bond to Major William Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for the year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney payment in Half Joes. Land papers brought from Augusta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Invoice of Sundry Goods Shipped on board the Planter Capt. William Arthurs for Virginia...\" Furniture, linens, carpets, dishes and silverware.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn and wheat deliveries, requested by Mr. Lynham. Her son Charles Carter Armistead is placed with Mr. Waugh in Port Royal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for nails and German steel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"Invoice of Sundries shipped on board the Ann \u0026amp; Mary, Captain. John Wheeler...\" Horses, tools, medical implements, riding equipment and spices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemo from Rowles Grymes and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLucy's visit to home of Col. William Byrd III?. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 183.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to send Negro girls to help her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtests the manner of payment of bill of exchange. Includes copy of request for bill of exchange from William Cocke to Rowles Grymes and County, London, 1787 November 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends tobacco to be sold to cover cost of requested items. Draws a bill of exchange upon them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement about Negroes written by Mr. Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChildren's education in spelling, Greek, and reading. The new Constitution will lead to a navy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Her brother Charles Carter will send for her daughters. Plans to return to Hesse soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco sent by the ship Williamson under John Miers to Rowles Grymes and County\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco and other goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Damages from a hurricane. A legal \"execution\". Aunt and Uncle Lewis Willis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of tobacco and confusion of orders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts against Cocke. On Reverse, note from Mr. Weaver and W.A. Fry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Invoice of Goods...\" shipped care of P. Parker at Norfolk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Traveling and illness. Mr. Page and Mr. Byrd may help her move.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends by Willis, a tobacco note for Mrs. Maria Armistead's travels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for money for Benjamin Harrison Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of Cocke's draft through Alexander Donald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco on the Brandon. Requests information on the most popular kinds of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems to be sent to the care of P.L. Grymes. Notes of exchange.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of work done around his house. Lists cost of items used.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment on coffee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute. Copy sent to Mrs. Maria Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWife Sally Sarah desires news of her sister Jane Armistead Cole. One of Washington's sisters married Mr. Milton. Growth of the area. Advantages of this farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Cocke's tobacco which was of poor quality and \"injured by the spot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount due John and Thomas Gilliat for sugar, salt and iron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of partner James Rowles. Sale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of a debt to prevent having to sell Negroes. His wife Betsy. Miss Nancy Armistead \"is almost devoured by Sweet Hearts.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Supplies of tea, earthenware, cyder sic and herring from Mr. Gilliat. Mother Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke will visit soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudy Armistead's ill health; suggests cures. Charles Carter Armistead is over the measles; Mr. Thomas Ryan praises him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends all requested items except loaf sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat harvest. Possibility of a Spanish war; Spanish ships have been seen in New York and Virginia. Mentions brother Charles Cocke and his son Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfusion in the settlement of Cocke's account with Donald and Barton of London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt Manchester, with Mr. Pankey, inquired after hogsheads of mother Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke. Tobacco; one had been sent to William Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoor tobacco sales of the previous crop will prevent his getting out of debt. Present crop does well. People have started growing wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hall brought a runaway Negro to Napier. The boy said he belonged to William Cocke of Cumberland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account of tobacco shipped in the Williamson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis sister Elizabeth Adams wishes Cocke to sell her corn. Consulted Major Thomas Massie and William Fry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMonies due from estate of Thomas Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for carrying hogsheads to market.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of monies due Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Appraisement and Inventory of stock and plantation tools and utensils on Mrs. Elizabeth Adames' plantation in Amherst County.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eActing for James Brown, sends coffee, and iron by Mr. Fenwick. Prices given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent corn. Hired a new overseer, Smith. Sale of wheat. The trial of a Negro.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts, from November 1790 to date, for salt, iron, wheat, leather, waggonage of tobacco, pork and draft on Donald and Burton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement that Moore will cultivate land for 5 years and then become the owner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounting of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for carrying tobacco of Mrs. Adams to the canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Creacy (or Cresey) took too large an order of money on Weaver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for women's clothing. On reverse, account of items furnished Mrs. Maria Armistead and for tuition for Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchange of servants. Harry's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement for building a house, \"with a plain Cornice.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Mrs Elizabeth Adams, settlement of part of the estate between her daughter Sally Sarah and William Cocke (her son).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchooling of her son Charles Carter Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for money lent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement to rent Negroes and plantation on Rockfish River, Amherst County, part of estate of Thomas Adams, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily accounts and death of William's mother (Mrs. Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke Adams.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of slaves and horses. Crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis fall from a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepaying William Cocke for building a bridge across Knockbuckle Stream, by wheat growers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat receipts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of sale of tobacco and settlement of bonds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of tobacco from Tappahannock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClothes and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sale of Negro living at house of Thomas Taylor Byrd husband of Mary, daughter of William Armistead, Frederick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney due on a draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family matters. Marriage of daughter Nancy Ann Cleves to Mr. John P. Pleasants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCase of Powell v. Armistead's Executors, concerning William Armistead's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors. Mr. John Warden is an able friend. Consulted Thomas Tabb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Godfrey; consolation. Illness in the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSarah Daingerfield to Mrs. Maria Armistead, Hesse. Health, the phaeton and chocolate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Death of Mrs. Maria Armistead. Her papers in the Powell v. Armistead lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily reunion. Marriage of Mrs. Randolph. The coming marriage of her brother Phil to Miss Betsy Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news. The Hesse estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeasing Hesse house to Mr. Van Bibber and the house's burning down. Living in Matthews County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for property in Gloucester County on Piankatank River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArranging insurance for Cocke's barn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Enclosing Bishop James Madison's draft on Hollins, for his son, Peyton Randolph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement that Ashton will be an apprentice miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement to hire Powers as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hessian fly affecting the wheat. His cousin, John Coles, has nervous fever. Asks for money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Report on son William A. Cocke in Chemical and Moral classes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePortfolio subscription. Requests news of Mr. R. H. Atkinson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Drought. Acquiring Burnett seeds for Peter Bowdoin of Hungais, Northampton County, Va. and Genl. Nathaniel Carzell of Sussex County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 receipts for payment on a debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreatment of a Negro girl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Traveling. Family news. Character of Napoleon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for interest paid on a bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartitions land and describes how he wishes to be buried.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe E.F. Academy, Eternity and God. Father appointed to Port Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of Uncle Richard. Family news. Hot Spring resorts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromotion. Departure from Camp Bejara. Genl. Cushing coming to visit. Friends in Santa Anna are Bob Hughes, Major Kenly, Dr. Tilghman and Dr. Field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLove letter. Hopes she rejects the suit of Mr. Nelson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Marriage? Witt's injuries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for money paid and received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness, and death of Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Snow. Their school, composed of Mann Jones, John Dixon, and John and William Fox. Cousin Francis Tomkies is coming to Gloucester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news and weather. Farming.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMinister Cole Hodges and Mr. Rodher. Sending a package for the Judge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobacco shipping. On second sheet, printed list of merchandise and marketing information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and ContentsCertificate that account of Richard P. Jones, written by William H. Allmand, is correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of a suit. His cruise to Madiera and the Canary Islands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests medical attention for his man Jonah.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"Papers connected with the suit of Gov. Thomas of Maryland and his unfortunate wife Sally McDowell.\"A Genl. Jones was counsel for Thomas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Illness of his wife and siser Ann. Providence. Mentions Mr. Mann and Dr. P. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of property in Highland and Adams counties. Traveling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends supplies. Wheat shipment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Horses bought in Ohio. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobaco sales. \"I hear the distant thunder rumbling in our own beloved country.\" Quoted Virgil on the war in Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Sale of Forkes Plantation,\" planned with Rush Floyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Charles Le Baron, Mobile Alabama to Richard P. Jones, Gloucester County, Virginia, brother of Harriet who married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Thomas L.P. Cocke. Settlement of estate of Mr. George L. Fauntleroy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiss Booth. As Dr. Booth had few debts, the sale of a slave should settle the account for his own services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Settlement of estate of Dr. Booth. Money is to be left wtih Mr. Curtis if she is not at Wareham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Troubles sent by God, especially the death of Mr. Langhorn. Mr. Jacob C. Sheldon is sick. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract made with R.F. Northern for carrying mail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProjected celebration at Yorktown. Patriotism. Preservation of the Republic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment on a mortgage assumed from T.L. Phillips.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for monthly return of the captain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpon Genl. Taliaferro's orders, collected guns in the county. Guns of Col. Hayes and Col. Taylor. Completion of arsenal. Asks for job on Taliaferro's staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news and agriculture. Formation of a company in Cumberland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke, writer's brother sent news about obstructing roads and fords. Promotion of officers. Cousin Robert Preston. War maneuvers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Movement toward Alexandria. Expects an attack. Thomas L.P. Cocke is needed at home. \"Most officers, as they make more money by their offices than they did by their professions or trades get less credit for patriotism.\" Agriculture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFight at Manassas. Cally Heath came down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Family news. His description of Battle of Bull Run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitics of the artillery company. Behavior of Pendleton. Clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe members of his mess. Food is of fine quality. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTroop movements. Housing. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Troop movements near Winchester and Harrisonburg. Uncle J.T.L. Preston is well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlanking McClellan's force. News of his brothers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke was well after the recent battle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHot weather. Cousin Charles Moncure. Edmund leads a relaxed life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Philadelphia press reports movements of Yankee forces inaccurately. Will fall back to Richmond before fighting. Tom L.P. Cocke's company is near Port Royal. Furloughs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTheir man Abner. Troop movements in the rain. Vaccinations. Shoes and clothing. Wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork on breastworks. Furlough of Dr. Weymouth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to get a discharge from a hospital. Getting a substitute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Busy in legislature. Horses and mules being vulnerable to Yankee theft. Problems with Negroes. Marital attachment of a Negro couple.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"In the event Thomas L.P. Cocke is not sent into the Army\"; from Elizabeth Randolph Cocke, Robert D. Brown, John Hatcher and Nathaniel Walton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for horses and corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManagement and/or sale of property in London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter describing place of Randolphs and Prestons at the College of William and Mary, part of a program for raising the endowment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mother visiting her son in Washington. Plans for Christmas. Plus note from Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Obituary taken from the Southern Churchman of Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Cocke. Ms. notes by Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Harriet Sheldon, wife of Jacob C. Sheldon, daughter of John Dixon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Death of Uncle J.T.L. Preston. Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA present for Miss Martha.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDevoted to Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Descendants of Gentlemen-Adventurer will celebrate Henrico Grant of 1636.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Engraving of letter from George Washington, Mount Vernon, to Francis Hopkinson, May 16, 1785; \"for the Port Folio.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Recent death of her husband Mann Page. Visitors Sophia and Lizzie Tompkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Third Regiment Virginia Calvalry, Roll of Company G, Cumberland County.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious poem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Made by C.S. Laboratory, Richmond, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount books and a scrapbook of poems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of enslaved people, with ages, in May 1854, noted in back of journal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook of poems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLater family letters, genealogical notes, and poems, 1839-1916, of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge, and Carter families. Includes letters kept by Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, daughter of T.L.P. Cocke and letters of Mary B. Cocke, mother of Maria C. Talcott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Includes letters of the Cocke, Curtis, and Preston families of Richmond, Virginia, particularly correspondence between Harriet Throgmorton Jones Curtis and her children Charles (\"Barney\"), Mary Boothe, Harriet, Maria, and Martha Curtis. Also includes correspondence between Mary Booth Curtis and her husband, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, as well as letters from Thomas L.P. Cocke's mother, Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, to himself and his brothers, William, Edmund, and Preston Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters are to her sons William F. Cocke, Thomas L.P. Cocke, Edmund R. Cocke, and Preston Cocke, and her daughters-in-law and grandchildren.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondence early in their marriage when they were apart. Includes letters from their children Maria, Harriet, Charles and William Cocke, living in Powhatan County, Virginia with their mother, to their father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters are to brother Charles Curtis, her sisters Mary Boothe, Maria and Martha Curtis, and her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from Martha Throgmorton Curtis James to her sisters Mary Boothe Curtis Cocke, Maria Greenhough Curtis JOnes, Harriet Curtis Cringan, Fanny Throgmorton Curtis, and her mother Harriet T.J. Curtis, about family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters are to sisters Harriet T.J. Curtis, her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke and her niece, Harriet Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to her sisters, mother and Mary Booth Curtis Cocke and Thomas L.P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from family and friends just prior to her wedding to Thomas L.P. Cocke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to Curtis (also called \"Barney\") from friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes one photograph of Annie Page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents From Washington College and the University of Virginia. Also includes Vol. 1 (March 1839) of the Collegian, published by the students of the University of Virginia, and a program of the Baccalaureate Exercises at the College of William and Mary in 1935.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten to her children before the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and 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Cocke concerning their service in the Confederate States Army (including the Battle of First Bull Run).","Also included are five volumes of farm and account books, 1851-1863, of Richard P. Jones of \"Land's End,\" Gloucester County, Virginia; copybooks on astronomy, [circa 1770-1780?], scrapbooks, and genealogical material.","Includes letter, 1869, of Benjamin Stoddert Ewell concerning the connections between the Randolph and Preston families and the College of William and Mary.","Additions to the collection (1997.34 and 1998.45) include family letters, genealogical notes and poems of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge and Carter families living in Richmond, Virginia and Powhatan County, Virginia. Some letters are written from Richmond in the Reconstruction Era.","Press release, 1958. Initial list of the collection. Genealogical charts.","Clipping. Re: Genealogical Column, about Carters and Armisteads.","Incomplete letter. Early Carter and Armistead families, containing copies of letters from this collection.","Genealogical material concerning the Curtis, Sheldon, Carter, and Cocke families by Maria C. Talcott.","Clipping. From The Richmond Times-Dispatch","Copy of the tombstone of Emanuel Jones, died 1739, made by Peyton H. Page.","Concerns Major Robert Throckmorton and John Peyton Dixon, from Bible owned by Mrs. Fann Throckmorton Nicolson.","Clipping from The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore. Concerning \"The Throckmorton family of England and Virginia\" by Jane Griffin Keys.","Painting in Alexandria. She married Bowler Cocke II, and their son was William Cocke who married Jane Armistead.","Photostat positive and negative of painting, owned by Mrs. Maria C. and Nathan ? Talcott, of Maria Byrd, daughter of William Byrd II and wife of Charles Carter, with son Charles Carter and Maria Carter Armistead ?","Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, son of William Armistead Cocke, Oakland.","Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Preston Cocke, with Sally Lyle Preston Cocke, eldest daughter of Edmund Randolph Cocke.","Mary Booth Curtis Cocke, wife of Thomas L. P. Cocke.","\"Historic Mansion of Mathews County,\" concerning \"Hesse.\"","\"Oakland.\" Short History on back.","\"Mrs. Cocke, Mistress of Oakland and Hostess of the Lees at Derwent,\" by Alice M. Tyler from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.","\"Derwent Must Be Saved\" from The Richmond News Leader.","\"Lee's Hideaway Still Stands.\" Reprinted from The Washington and Lee University Alumni Magazine by Dr. Leslie Lyle Campbell.","\"Southerner Heard First and Final Shots of War Between States, was friend of Lee\" by Charles F. Preston.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Part of plat showing land on the Piantantank River of Lady Skipwith, George Curtis, Colonel Kemp, Augustin Horthus and William Marloe.","Physical Location: Oversize File. Sale of land in Kingston Parish, inherited from George Curtis, who bought the land from Edward Wyatt.","Thomas Curtis, Gloucester County to Charles Curtis, Middlesex County concerning deed of same date which was to fulfill Thomas Curtis' bond to Charles Curtis.","P. Beverly, Clerk of County Court. Concerning testimony of Nicholas Cobb, defendant; by his attorney, Thomas Gregson, in dispute over land purchased from George Curtis, now deceased.","Charles Curtis (Kingston Parish, Gloucester County) gives all land to son Augustine, to daughters Sarrah Henry and Sous Anna Iveson, Negroes and linens","Charles Curtis on Piantatank River to John West, Chisanassirk River, Accomack County. Land surveyed by John Smith. Shows location of the house.","Nicholas Foster. Floor plan of a house (Note watermark).","How to stay busy during the day. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 432.","Requests that the family visit her at \"Westover.\"","Includes bound in letter, 1792 April 14, from Christopher Pryor to Mrs. Maria Armistead, \"Hesse.\"","Cousin Maria Carter, daughter of Landon Beverley, gave birth to a son in October. Uncle William III and Aunt Mary Willing Byrd are going to tour through New York and Philadelphia. Health. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 178.","Pocket money for her visiting. Cautions against flattery. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography,Volume 10, page 178.","Coming marriages of Lucy Burwell to Edmund Berkeley, Rebecca Burwell to Jaquelin Ambler and Jenny Burwell to Mann Page of \"Rosewell,\" and Miss Hannah Fairfax to Warner Washington. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 177-178 and Volume 15, pages 433-434.","Concerns Mr. William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 15, page 435.","Family news.","Her marriage to William Armistead. Published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, pages 179-180 and Volume 15, page 435.","Vote getting. Lewis' coming marriage. Launching of ship by the father of Lewis.","Suit against Clark Courtney and his mother Anne Mabry concerning land \"at Eatons warehouse on Rappahannock River.\"","Virginians' reaction to Lord Dunmore as Governor. Tryon is well received at New York, as is Col. Fanning. Family news. Partly published in Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 180.","Accounts with William Jackson, James Clark, Major Thomas Boswell, John Robinson, Richard Hodges, Robert Matthewes, William Bentley Estate, Francis Elliot, and John Hibble.","John New, John Fox and Danall New, Senior to William Armistead, Sheriff, Gloucester County, Virginia.","Visit of Mr. William and Mrs. Armistead to their church. Route over Pudding Creek Bridge.","News about fighting in Norfolk and man of war near York. Sent cotton and worsted.","The Armisteads' moving to North River to avoid the enemy. The Armisteads have kept prisoners.","The evils and hardships brought upon the people by persons without authority.","Extends sympathy and discusses the comforts of relgion in the troubles brought by the war.","Submission to the catastrophies brought by man and God. News of the Russian General, and General Howe building on the Delaware.","Birth of Mrs. Armistead's child. Captain Deane carried Major Skith in his ship. Resignation to the will of Providence.","Mr. Smith came to Elizabeth Town, N.J. but was denied a permit for New York. Lack of Negroes.","Accounts.","Accounts.","Scope and Contents Account.","Memorandum of money received.","Copy book on Astronomy.","On reverse, John T. Griffin assigns the bond to Major William Lewis.","Account for the year.","Money payment in Half Joes. Land papers brought from Augusta.","\"Invoice of Sundry Goods Shipped on board the Planter Capt. William Arthurs for Virginia...\" Furniture, linens, carpets, dishes and silverware.","Corn and wheat deliveries, requested by Mr. Lynham. Her son Charles Carter Armistead is placed with Mr. Waugh in Port Royal.","Account for nails and German steel.","Scope and Contents \"Invoice of Sundries shipped on board the Ann \u0026 Mary, Captain. John Wheeler...\" Horses, tools, medical implements, riding equipment and spices.","Memo from Rowles Grymes and Co.","Lucy's visit to home of Col. William Byrd III?. Published in 10 Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 10, page 183.","Offers to send Negro girls to help her daughter.","Protests the manner of payment of bill of exchange. Includes copy of request for bill of exchange from William Cocke to Rowles Grymes and County, London, 1787 November 30.","Sends tobacco to be sold to cover cost of requested items. Draws a bill of exchange upon them.","Agreement about Negroes written by Mr. Page.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Return of Cocke's bill of exchange resulted from his not reporting it.","Children's education in spelling, Greek, and reading. The new Constitution will lead to a navy.","Scope and Contents Her brother Charles Carter will send for her daughters. Plans to return to Hesse soon.","Shipment of tobacco sent by the ship Williamson under John Miers to Rowles Grymes and County","Shipment of tobacco and other goods.","Scope and Contents Damages from a hurricane. A legal \"execution\". Aunt and Uncle Lewis Willis.","Arrival of tobacco and confusion of orders.","Accounts against Cocke. On Reverse, note from Mr. Weaver and W.A. Fry.","Scope and Contents Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","\"Invoice of Goods...\" shipped care of P. Parker at Norfolk.","Scope and Contents Traveling and illness. Mr. Page and Mr. Byrd may help her move.","Sends by Willis, a tobacco note for Mrs. Maria Armistead's travels.","Receipt for tuition of Master Charles Carter Armistead.","Receipts for money for Benjamin Harrison Jr.","Receipt of Cocke's draft through Alexander Donald.","Shipment of tobacco on the Brandon. Requests information on the most popular kinds of tobacco.","Items to be sent to the care of P.L. Grymes. Notes of exchange.","Account of work done around his house. Lists cost of items used.","Receipt for payment on coffee.","Dispute. Copy sent to Mrs. Maria Armistead.","Wife Sally Sarah desires news of her sister Jane Armistead Cole. One of Washington's sisters married Mr. Milton. Growth of the area. Advantages of this farm.","Sale of Cocke's tobacco which was of poor quality and \"injured by the spot.\"","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account of sale of tobacco.","Account due John and Thomas Gilliat for sugar, salt and iron.","Death of partner James Rowles. Sale of tobacco.","Payment of a debt to prevent having to sell Negroes. His wife Betsy. Miss Nancy Armistead \"is almost devoured by Sweet Hearts.\"","Scope and Contents Supplies of tea, earthenware, cyder sic and herring from Mr. Gilliat. Mother Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke will visit soon.","Judy Armistead's ill health; suggests cures. Charles Carter Armistead is over the measles; Mr. Thomas Ryan praises him.","Sends all requested items except loaf sugar.","Wheat harvest. Possibility of a Spanish war; Spanish ships have been seen in New York and Virginia. Mentions brother Charles Cocke and his son Henry.","Confusion in the settlement of Cocke's account with Donald and Barton of London.","At Manchester, with Mr. Pankey, inquired after hogsheads of mother Elizabeth Hill Carter Cocke. Tobacco; one had been sent to William Mitchell.","Poor tobacco sales of the previous crop will prevent his getting out of debt. Present crop does well. People have started growing wheat.","John Hall brought a runaway Negro to Napier. The boy said he belonged to William Cocke of Cumberland.","Sends account of tobacco shipped in the Williamson.","His sister Elizabeth Adams wishes Cocke to sell her corn. Consulted Major Thomas Massie and William Fry.","Monies due from estate of Thomas Adams.","Account for carrying hogsheads to market.","List of monies due Cocke.","\"Appraisement and Inventory of stock and plantation tools and utensils on Mrs. Elizabeth Adames' plantation in Amherst County.\"","Acting for James Brown, sends coffee, and iron by Mr. Fenwick. Prices given.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sends account and asks it be paid up, to enable the settlement of the estate of James Grymes.","Sent corn. Hired a new overseer, Smith. Sale of wheat. The trial of a Negro.","Accounts, from November 1790 to date, for salt, iron, wheat, leather, waggonage of tobacco, pork and draft on Donald and Burton.","Agreement that Moore will cultivate land for 5 years and then become the owner.","Accounting of money.","Bill for carrying tobacco of Mrs. Adams to the canal.","William Creacy (or Cresey) took too large an order of money on Weaver.","Account for women's clothing. On reverse, account of items furnished Mrs. Maria Armistead and for tuition for Charles Carter Armistead.","Exchange of servants. Harry's death.","Agreement for building a house, \"with a plain Cornice.\"","Death of Mrs Elizabeth Adams, settlement of part of the estate between her daughter Sally Sarah and William Cocke (her son).","Schooling of her son Charles Carter Armistead.","Account for money lent.","Agreement to rent Negroes and plantation on Rockfish River, Amherst County, part of estate of Thomas Adams, deceased.","Family accounts and death of William's mother (Mrs. Elizabeth Fauntleroy Cocke Adams.)","Sends account.","Sale of slaves and horses. Crops.","His fall from a horse.","Repaying William Cocke for building a bridge across Knockbuckle Stream, by wheat growers.","Wheat receipts.","Account of sale of tobacco and settlement of bonds.","Shipment of tobacco from Tappahannock.","Clothes and family news.","Scope and Contents Sale of Negro living at house of Thomas Taylor Byrd husband of Mary, daughter of William Armistead, Frederick.","Money due on a draft.","Scope and Contents Family matters. Marriage of daughter Nancy Ann Cleves to Mr. John P. Pleasants.","Account.","Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors, concerning William Armistead's will.","Scope and Contents Case of Powell v. Armistead's Executors. Mr. John Warden is an able friend. Consulted Thomas Tabb.","Death of Godfrey; consolation. Illness in the family.","Sarah Daingerfield to Mrs. Maria Armistead, Hesse. Health, the phaeton and chocolate.","Account.","Scope and Contents Death of Mrs. Maria Armistead. Her papers in the Powell v. Armistead lawsuit.","Family reunion. Marriage of Mrs. Randolph. The coming marriage of her brother Phil to Miss Betsy Page.","Family news. The Hesse estate.","Leasing Hesse house to Mr. Van Bibber and the house's burning down. Living in Matthews County.","Deed for property in Gloucester County on Piankatank River.","Arranging insurance for Cocke's barn.","Flour business.","Settlement of account.","Receipt for flour.","Scope and Contents Enclosing Bishop James Madison's draft on Hollins, for his son, Peyton Randolph.","Newspaper.","Agreement that Ashton will be an apprentice miller.","Account sheet.","Agreement to hire Powers as overseer.","Scope and Contents Hessian fly affecting the wheat. His cousin, John Coles, has nervous fever. Asks for money.","Scope and Contents Report on son William A. Cocke in Chemical and Moral classes.","Portfolio subscription. Requests news of Mr. R. H. Atkinson.","Scope and Contents Drought. Acquiring Burnett seeds for Peter Bowdoin of Hungais, Northampton County, Va. and Genl. Nathaniel Carzell of Sussex County, Virginia.","2 receipts for payment on a debt.","Promissory note.","Treatment of a Negro girl.","Scope and Contents Traveling. Family news. Character of Napoleon.","Receipt for interest paid on a bond.","Partitions land and describes how he wishes to be buried.","The E.F. Academy, Eternity and God. Father appointed to Port Gibson.","Illness of Uncle Richard. Family news. Hot Spring resorts.","Promotion. Departure from Camp Bejara. Genl. Cushing coming to visit. Friends in Santa Anna are Bob Hughes, Major Kenly, Dr. Tilghman and Dr. Field.","Love letter. Hopes she rejects the suit of Mr. Nelson.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Preaching at the Poplars and at Mr. Taliaferro's. Dined at Airville.","Scope and Contents Marriage? Witt's injuries.","Account for money paid and received.","Illness, and death of Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Snow. Their school, composed of Mann Jones, John Dixon, and John and William Fox. Cousin Francis Tomkies is coming to Gloucester.","Family news and weather. Farming.","Minister Cole Hodges and Mr. Rodher. Sending a package for the Judge.","Tobacco shipping. On second sheet, printed list of merchandise and marketing information.","Scope and ContentsCertificate that account of Richard P. Jones, written by William H. Allmand, is correct.","Settlement of a suit. His cruise to Madiera and the Canary Islands.","Requests medical attention for his man Jonah.","Scope and Contents \"Papers connected with the suit of Gov. Thomas of Maryland and his unfortunate wife Sally McDowell.\"A Genl. Jones was counsel for Thomas.","Scope and Contents Illness of his wife and siser Ann. Providence. Mentions Mr. Mann and Dr. P. Lewis.","Sale of property in Highland and Adams counties. Traveling.","Sends supplies. Wheat shipment.","\"Horses bought in Ohio. . .\"","Tobaco sales. \"I hear the distant thunder rumbling in our own beloved country.\" Quoted Virgil on the war in Europe.","\"Sale of Forkes Plantation,\" planned with Rush Floyd.","Scope and Contents Charles Le Baron, Mobile Alabama to Richard P. Jones, Gloucester County, Virginia, brother of Harriet who married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Charles Curtis and their daughter married Thomas L.P. Cocke. Settlement of estate of Mr. George L. Fauntleroy.","Miss Booth. As Dr. Booth had few debts, the sale of a slave should settle the account for his own services.","Sale of tobacco.","Scope and Contents Settlement of estate of Dr. Booth. Money is to be left wtih Mr. Curtis if she is not at Wareham.","Scope and Contents Troubles sent by God, especially the death of Mr. Langhorn. Mr. Jacob C. Sheldon is sick. Family news.","Contract made with R.F. Northern for carrying mail.","Projected celebration at Yorktown. Patriotism. Preservation of the Republic.","Payment on a mortgage assumed from T.L. Phillips.","Form for monthly return of the captain.","Upon Genl. Taliaferro's orders, collected guns in the county. Guns of Col. Hayes and Col. Taylor. Completion of arsenal. Asks for job on Taliaferro's staff.","Family news and agriculture. Formation of a company in Cumberland.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke, writer's brother sent news about obstructing roads and fords. Promotion of officers. Cousin Robert Preston. War maneuvers.","Scope and Contents Movement toward Alexandria. Expects an attack. Thomas L.P. Cocke is needed at home. \"Most officers, as they make more money by their offices than they did by their professions or trades get less credit for patriotism.\" Agriculture.","Fight at Manassas. Cally Heath came down.","Letter. Family news. His description of Battle of Bull Run.","Politics of the artillery company. Behavior of Pendleton. Clothing.","The members of his mess. Food is of fine quality. Family news.","Troop movements. Housing. Family news.","Scope and Contents Troop movements near Winchester and Harrisonburg. Uncle J.T.L. Preston is well.","Flanking McClellan's force. News of his brothers.","Scope and Contents Edmund R. Cocke was well after the recent battle.","Hot weather. Cousin Charles Moncure. Edmund leads a relaxed life.","Scope and Contents Philadelphia press reports movements of Yankee forces inaccurately. Will fall back to Richmond before fighting. Tom L.P. Cocke's company is near Port Royal. Furloughs.","Their man Abner. Troop movements in the rain. Vaccinations. Shoes and clothing. Wheat.","Work on breastworks. Furlough of Dr. Weymouth.","Attempts to get a discharge from a hospital. Getting a substitute.","Scope and Contents Busy in legislature. Horses and mules being vulnerable to Yankee theft. Problems with Negroes. Marital attachment of a Negro couple.","Scope and Contents \"In the event Thomas L.P. Cocke is not sent into the Army\"; from Elizabeth Randolph Cocke, Robert D. Brown, John Hatcher and Nathaniel Walton.","Bill for horses and corn.","Management and/or sale of property in London.","Letter describing place of Randolphs and Prestons at the College of William and Mary, part of a program for raising the endowment.","Scope and Contents Mother visiting her son in Washington. Plans for Christmas. Plus note from Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Obituary taken from the Southern Churchman of Mrs. Elizabeth Randolph Cocke. Ms. notes by Mrs. Maria C. Talcott.","Mrs. Harriet Sheldon, wife of Jacob C. Sheldon, daughter of John Dixon.","Scope and Contents Death of Uncle J.T.L. Preston. Family news.","A present for Miss Martha.","Devoted to Robert E. Lee.","\"Descendants of Gentlemen-Adventurer will celebrate Henrico Grant of 1636.\"","Scope and Contents Engraving of letter from George Washington, Mount Vernon, to Francis Hopkinson, May 16, 1785; \"for the Port Folio.\"","Scope and Contents Recent death of her husband Mann Page. Visitors Sophia and Lizzie Tompkins.","\"Third Regiment Virginia Calvalry, Roll of Company G, Cumberland County.\"","Religious poem.","Scope and Contents Made by C.S. Laboratory, Richmond, Virginia.","Account books and a scrapbook of poems.","List of enslaved people, with ages, in May 1854, noted in back of journal.","Scrapbook of poems.","Later family letters, genealogical notes, and poems, 1839-1916, of members of the Cocke family and to related branches of Throckmorton, Curtis, Sheldon, Jones, Preston, Byrd, Dandridge, and Carter families. Includes letters kept by Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, daughter of T.L.P. Cocke and letters of Mary B. Cocke, mother of Maria C. Talcott.","Scope and Contents Includes letters of the Cocke, Curtis, and Preston families of Richmond, Virginia, particularly correspondence between Harriet Throgmorton Jones Curtis and her children Charles (\"Barney\"), Mary Boothe, Harriet, Maria, and Martha Curtis. Also includes correspondence between Mary Booth Curtis and her husband, Thomas Lewis Preston Cocke, as well as letters from Thomas L.P. Cocke's mother, Elizabeth R.P. Cocke, to himself and his brothers, William, Edmund, and Preston Cocke.","Family news.","Letters are to her sons William F. Cocke, Thomas L.P. Cocke, Edmund R. Cocke, and Preston Cocke, and her daughters-in-law and grandchildren.","Scope and Contents Correspondence early in their marriage when they were apart. Includes letters from their children Maria, Harriet, Charles and William Cocke, living in Powhatan County, Virginia with their mother, to their father.","Letters are to brother Charles Curtis, her sisters Mary Boothe, Maria and Martha Curtis, and her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from Martha Throgmorton Curtis James to her sisters Mary Boothe Curtis Cocke, Maria Greenhough Curtis JOnes, Harriet Curtis Cringan, Fanny Throgmorton Curtis, and her mother Harriet T.J. Curtis, about family news.","Letters are to sisters Harriet T.J. Curtis, her brother-in-law, Thomas L.P. Cocke and her niece, Harriet Cocke.","Letters to her sisters, mother and Mary Booth Curtis Cocke and Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters from family and friends just prior to her wedding to Thomas L.P. Cocke.","Letters to Curtis (also called \"Barney\") from friends and family.","From family and friends.","Includes one photograph of Annie Page.","Scope and Contents From Washington College and the University of Virginia. 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Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. 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Navy","Constitution (Frigate)","United States. Navy--History--19th century","United States. Navy--History--Tripolitan War, 1801-1805","Correspondence","Financial records","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","The collection is arranged into 4 Series. Series 1-3 contain materials related to three generations of naval officera in the Barron family. Respectively, they are Samuel Barron (1765-1810), Samuel Barron (1809-1888), and Samuel Barron (1836-1891). Series 4 contains reference materials relating to the Barron family.","There were three generations of naval officers named Samuel Barron. Samuel Barron (1765-1810) served in Virginia State Navy, then became a captain in U. S. Navy when it was formed. He was commander-in-chief of a Mediterranean Squadron in the War with Tripoli. Samuel Barron (1808-1888) served as captain in U. S. Navy and as a flag officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European Theater. Samuel Barron (1836-1892) was a lieutenant in the merchant marine before the Civil War and served as a clerk to his father during the Civil War. ","Samuel Barron (1765-1810) was an officer in the United States Navy who served during the American Revolution, Quasi-War with France, and the First Barbary War. Barron studied at the College of William \u0026 Mary before serving in the Virginia State Navy during the American Revolution. Following the Revolution, he was a merchant captain before joining the United States Navy. He served in the Navy during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, attaining the rank of Commodore before returning to the United States due to poor health in 1805. After his return, he commanded the Gosport Shipyard in Virginia, but he never fully recovered his health and died in 1810. Barron's younger brother, James Barron, also attained the rank of Commodore. He was involved in the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair in 1807, which resulted in his court marshal for neglect of duty. He was also a participant in the duel which resulted in the death of Commodore Stephen Decatur in 1820.","Samuel Barron's son, Samuel Barron (1809-1888), was ordered to duty at the Gosport Shipyard at the age of six, making him the youngest person ever commissioned to active duty in the U.S. Navy. Barron sailed for the first time at age ten. He sailed in the Mediterranean, West Indies, West coast of Africa, and both coasts of South America. He also served during the Mexican-American War. Barron was made a lieutenant at age 18, and was promoted to captain in 1855. In 1861, Barron resigned his commission to join the Confederacy during the Civil War. He was tasked with building a navy, and helped procured ships and arms. In August 1861, he was captured by Union forces during an attack on Fort Hatteras. Barron was a prisoner until 1862, when he was exchanged. In 1863, Barron was made a commodore and sent to Europe as the senior Confederate Naval officer there. Following the war, he returned to Virginia and took up farming until his death in 1888.","His son, Samuel Barron (1836-1891), was also a Naval officer. He served as a liuetenant during the Civil War, and achieved the rank of captain by the end of his career.","Samuel Barron Papers (II), Samuel Barron Papers (III), James Barron Papers (Mss. 65 B27), and James Barron Hope Papers (Mss. 65 H77), Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries.","Papers and correspondence of three generations of Samuel Barrons, all of whom were involved in naval affairs. Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. Includes letters written by Preble and Rodgers on board the USS Constitution and letters concerning the capture of William Bainbridge and the seamen of the USS Philadelphia.","Collections includes manuscript volume, 1834-1847, of sea service of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) aboard ships in Carribbean and Mediterranean seas and includes a copy made by Samuel Barron (1836-1892) of an account by James Barron of his duel with Decatur. The volume also has genealogical material concerning the Barron family.","Papers of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) concern his service off South America and as an officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European theater. Correspondents include Zebulon Baird Vance, Stephen R. Mallory and Raphael Semmes (giving an account of the engagement between the USS Kearsage and the CSS Alabama). There is a memoir by James Barron Hope in vindication of the censure of Samuel Barron for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C., and there are some papers relating to the service of Samuel Barron (1836-1892) as acting master and lieutenant in the Confederate States Navy.","Correspondents include James Barron; Miles King.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; S. Smith; Robert Smith; Lord N. Nissen; William Eaton.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Robert Smith; Peter S. Ogilvie; George W. Spotswood.","Correspondents include William Hoepffner; Robert Smith; Daniel Brodie; Charles Jacobs; Edward O'Brien; A. Sinclair","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Thomas Jefferson.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Tobias Lear; Edward Preble; Hugh G. Campbell; John Rodgers; George Cox.","Correspondents include George Cox; Henry le Gros; D. Murray; Josef Noguera; George Davis; J. H. Sturman; Edward Preble; William Rennock; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Simpson; James Barron; Captain Chauncey; James Madison; Tobias Lear.","Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Barron; James Simpson; William Eaton; Lewis Hermann; John Rodgers; Gwinn Harris.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Francis B. Whiting; Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Captain T. Robinson; Captain Hugh Campbell; B. Nevill; Tobias Lear.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include William Eaton; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Samuel Briggs; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Captain Stephen Decatur","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Tobias Lear; John Rodger; Captain Charles Stuart; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; James Simpson; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar","Scope and Contents Correspondents include James Simpson; Captain Charles Stewart; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; Tobias Lear; Captain Stephen Decatur; George Davis; Hamouda Bascia, Bey of Tunis; George Guillichini; Captain John H. Dent; E. Missett","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Captain Charles Stewart; John Gordon; Captain Isaac Hull; Briggs Brothers; William Eaton; Charles Jones; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Robert Cutchins","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; E. Cutbush; Ahmed, Bacia Caramalli; George Dyson; Robert Smith; George Davis; Robert W. Goldsborough; Briggs Brothers; Captain Hugh Campbell; N.C. Nissen","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; George Davis; James Barron; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; Hamet Caramalli; Robert Smith; Captain Stephen Decatur; Captain George Cox; Franklin Wharton; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Robert Smith; John Stricker; Captain Hugh Campbell; Richard Farquhar; His Highness the Bashaw of Tripoli; Don Girarde Joseph de Souza; Charles L. Ridgley; George Davis; Captain Robinson; James Barron.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Robert Smith; N.C. Nissen; John Rodgers; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Richard Farquhar; William Eaton; Captain Stephen Decatur.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Briggs Brothers; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Gwinn Harris; William Eaton; Captain Isaac Hull; Robert Smith; Captain Robinson; the Bashaw Bey of Tunis.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles Pinckney; R.W. Meade; Captain Stewart; Tobias Lear; George Davis; Charles L. Ridgely; John Rodgers.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; William Eaton; George Davis; John Broadbent; Robert Smith.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Charles W. Goldsborough; Captain Hall.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Joseph Clay; William Eaton; Charles W. Goldsborough; Robert Smith.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Cassin; Robert Smith; William Eaton; Captain Hall; J.C. Douglas; Miles Cary; Paul Hamilton.","Scope and Contents Hard cover notebook. pp. 1-147, \"Private Record\" kept by Comm. Samuel Barron III (1809-1888) in the years 1834-1837, while on the U.S. Schooner Enterprise, U.S. Frigate Natchez, Sloop of War Ontario, Man of War Delaware, and U.S. Brig. Perry, in U.S. waters, South American, and Mediterranean. Turned over, the book was used in reverse order. pp. R.1-R.12, quoted material; p. R.14, 1839, January 1, list of property and accounts; pp. R.15-R.34, account by James Barron II of his duel with S. Decatur, 1820; pp. R.35-R.51, genealogical material, written down from 1851-1932. Annotated by J.S. Barron, 1932.","Scope and Contents Life Insurance Policy on the life of Captain Samuel Barron; death notices of Commodore Samuel Barron; death notice of Mrs. E.R. Baird, daughter of Comm. Samuel Barron","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Gideon Welles; S.R. Mallory; J.W. Barry. Also includes \"Letter Book\" of Flag Officer S. Barron, containing 68 letters from 1861 July 26 - 1865 March 4.","Correspondents include John Low; Sir Philip Woodhous; Rawson Rawson; Walter Graham; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; Charles M. Fauntleroy; Douglas F. Forrest.","Correspondents include H. J. Hartstern; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; J.D. Bullock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; W.E. Evans.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Lt. W.H. Murdaugh; Captain R. Semmes; S.R. Mallory; R.F. Armstrong","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; Captain R. Semmes; George S. Shryock.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; L. de Vidiky; Captain C.M. Morris; A.J. de Siher Gomes; Richard Taylor; Jas. Dwyer.","Correspondents include James D. Bullock; C. Manigault Morris; C.H. Collin; George S. Shryock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; T.A. Miller.","Correspondents include James I. Waddell; J.R. Mallory; Dr. H.O. Gaudin; Thomas S. Page; unidentified.","Scope and Contents Donor and genealogical material including a chart of the Barron Family prepared by Sydney A. Temple, Jr.; \"List of family papers to be lodged with the Library of William and Mary College, April, 1942\"","Scope and Contents \"History of the Norfolk Navy Yard.\" Includes material on the Barron family; \"Brief Historical Sketch of the Peninsula\" from the \"Religious Herald\" with information on the Barron family; \"History of Hampton.\" Contains much information on the Barron family; The Southern Workman, XXXI, 7, pp. 369-412. Contains article \"The Vikings of Virginia,\" pp. 393-397, with much information on the Barron family","Scope and Contents 50 newspaper clippings concerned with the Barrons, James Barron Hope, and Captain Decatur; Notice of the death of Mrs. Mary Barron Blake, daughter of Comm. James Barron.","Scope and Contents Material on the Barron family, part of which was taken from the bound volume in Series 2; \"Barron Coat of Arms according to Burke's Armory and Heraldry\"; Typed material collected for a study of the history of the Barron family; Typed material relating to the Norfolk Navy Yard.","Scope and Contents Copies of letters by Stephen Decatur, Jr. to Mrs. Barron and Alfred Miles regarding the duel between James Barron and Stephen Decatur; \"One of Virginia's Famous Duels described by Commodore Barron,\" article in the \"Norfolk Landmark\"; Typed material including letters relating to the Barron-Decatur duel","Correspondents include A.C. Omohundro; J.S. Barron; Constance D. Lathrop; Comm. Alfred Miles; Ernest Spofford; Mrs. James S. Barron; Alma R. Lawrence; F.E. Turin; J.H. Chauvenet. Also includes photograph of Commodore James Barron from an engraving from a painting by Neagle.","Copies of letters by and related to Comm. James Barron.","Photographs of \"signals to be observed by vessels under convoy of U.S. ship Baltimore under [Samuel Barron's] command.\" Originals in National Archives; Photographs and notes relating to scimitar given to Commodore Samuel Barron by the Emperor of Morocco.","Scope and Contents \"Opinion of General Walter Jones and William L. Brent, Esquire,\" regarding \"Commodore Barron's claim before the Navy Department\"; 148 p. MsV; \"Sons of the Revolution Magazing,\" X: 1, article titled \"Commodore Barron of the Navy of Virginia,\" pp. 14-17; copies of letters by and related to Comm. Samuel Barron. 148 p. MsV contains: \"a memoir drawn by James Barron Hope...in vindication of Flag-Officer Samuel Barron, C.S.N., who was unjustly censured for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C.,\" pp.1-17; \"account of the memorable duel between Commodore Barron and Decatur...literally copied from an account written by Comm. Barron himself,\" pp. 18-42; various brief essays, pp. 48-60; copies of letters of Aaron Burr, pp. 61-81.","Correspondents include Mann S. Valentine; Sen. James Barron; Clair E. Crawford; J.S. Barron; John Weymouth; Mrs. James S. Barron. Also includes 5 mailing covers; Naval Examination, 8 pp.; Facsimile of the March 12, 1770 issue of the \"Boston Gazette,\" announcing the Boston Massacre; various photocopied materials, 37 pp.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Alabama (Cruiser)","Barron family","Barron, Samuel, Capt., 1765-1810","Barron, James, 1769-1851","Barron, Samuel, 1808-1888","Barron, Samuel, Lt., 1836-1892","Decatur, Stephen, 1779-1820","Eaton, William, 1764-1811","Hope, James Barron, 1829-1887","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Mallory, Stephen R. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access:"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe collection is arranged into 4 Series. Series 1-3 contain materials related to three generations of naval officera in the Barron family. Respectively, they are Samuel Barron (1765-1810), Samuel Barron (1809-1888), and Samuel Barron (1836-1891). Series 4 contains reference materials relating to the Barron family.\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Arrangement of Materials:"],"arrangement_tesim":["The collection is arranged into 4 Series. Series 1-3 contain materials related to three generations of naval officera in the Barron family. Respectively, they are Samuel Barron (1765-1810), Samuel Barron (1809-1888), and Samuel Barron (1836-1891). Series 4 contains reference materials relating to the Barron family."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThere were three generations of naval officers named Samuel Barron. Samuel Barron (1765-1810) served in Virginia State Navy, then became a captain in U. S. Navy when it was formed. He was commander-in-chief of a Mediterranean Squadron in the War with Tripoli. Samuel Barron (1808-1888) served as captain in U. S. Navy and as a flag officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European Theater. Samuel Barron (1836-1892) was a lieutenant in the merchant marine before the Civil War and served as a clerk to his father during the Civil War. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Barron (1765-1810) was an officer in the United States Navy who served during the American Revolution, Quasi-War with France, and the First Barbary War. Barron studied at the College of William \u0026amp; Mary before serving in the Virginia State Navy during the American Revolution. Following the Revolution, he was a merchant captain before joining the United States Navy. He served in the Navy during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, attaining the rank of Commodore before returning to the United States due to poor health in 1805. After his return, he commanded the Gosport Shipyard in Virginia, but he never fully recovered his health and died in 1810. Barron's younger brother, James Barron, also attained the rank of Commodore. He was involved in the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair in 1807, which resulted in his court marshal for neglect of duty. He was also a participant in the duel which resulted in the death of Commodore Stephen Decatur in 1820.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Barron's son, Samuel Barron (1809-1888), was ordered to duty at the Gosport Shipyard at the age of six, making him the youngest person ever commissioned to active duty in the U.S. Navy. Barron sailed for the first time at age ten. He sailed in the Mediterranean, West Indies, West coast of Africa, and both coasts of South America. He also served during the Mexican-American War. Barron was made a lieutenant at age 18, and was promoted to captain in 1855. In 1861, Barron resigned his commission to join the Confederacy during the Civil War. He was tasked with building a navy, and helped procured ships and arms. In August 1861, he was captured by Union forces during an attack on Fort Hatteras. Barron was a prisoner until 1862, when he was exchanged. In 1863, Barron was made a commodore and sent to Europe as the senior Confederate Naval officer there. Following the war, he returned to Virginia and took up farming until his death in 1888.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHis son, Samuel Barron (1836-1891), was also a Naval officer. He served as a liuetenant during the Civil War, and achieved the rank of captain by the end of his career.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["There were three generations of naval officers named Samuel Barron. Samuel Barron (1765-1810) served in Virginia State Navy, then became a captain in U. S. Navy when it was formed. He was commander-in-chief of a Mediterranean Squadron in the War with Tripoli. Samuel Barron (1808-1888) served as captain in U. S. Navy and as a flag officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European Theater. Samuel Barron (1836-1892) was a lieutenant in the merchant marine before the Civil War and served as a clerk to his father during the Civil War. ","Samuel Barron (1765-1810) was an officer in the United States Navy who served during the American Revolution, Quasi-War with France, and the First Barbary War. Barron studied at the College of William \u0026 Mary before serving in the Virginia State Navy during the American Revolution. Following the Revolution, he was a merchant captain before joining the United States Navy. He served in the Navy during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, attaining the rank of Commodore before returning to the United States due to poor health in 1805. After his return, he commanded the Gosport Shipyard in Virginia, but he never fully recovered his health and died in 1810. Barron's younger brother, James Barron, also attained the rank of Commodore. He was involved in the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair in 1807, which resulted in his court marshal for neglect of duty. He was also a participant in the duel which resulted in the death of Commodore Stephen Decatur in 1820.","Samuel Barron's son, Samuel Barron (1809-1888), was ordered to duty at the Gosport Shipyard at the age of six, making him the youngest person ever commissioned to active duty in the U.S. Navy. Barron sailed for the first time at age ten. He sailed in the Mediterranean, West Indies, West coast of Africa, and both coasts of South America. He also served during the Mexican-American War. Barron was made a lieutenant at age 18, and was promoted to captain in 1855. In 1861, Barron resigned his commission to join the Confederacy during the Civil War. He was tasked with building a navy, and helped procured ships and arms. In August 1861, he was captured by Union forces during an attack on Fort Hatteras. Barron was a prisoner until 1862, when he was exchanged. In 1863, Barron was made a commodore and sent to Europe as the senior Confederate Naval officer there. Following the war, he returned to Virginia and took up farming until his death in 1888.","His son, Samuel Barron (1836-1891), was also a Naval officer. He served as a liuetenant during the Civil War, and achieved the rank of captain by the end of his career."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBarron Family Papers. Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026amp; Mary Libraries.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Barron Family Papers. Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eSamuel Barron Papers (II), Samuel Barron Papers (III), James Barron Papers (Mss. 65 B27), and James Barron Hope Papers (Mss. 65 H77), Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026amp; Mary Libraries.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["Samuel Barron Papers (II), Samuel Barron Papers (III), James Barron Papers (Mss. 65 B27), and James Barron Hope Papers (Mss. 65 H77), Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePapers and correspondence of three generations of Samuel Barrons, all of whom were involved in naval affairs. Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. Includes letters written by Preble and Rodgers on board the USS Constitution and letters concerning the capture of William Bainbridge and the seamen of the USS Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eCollections includes manuscript volume, 1834-1847, of sea service of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) aboard ships in Carribbean and Mediterranean seas and includes a copy made by Samuel Barron (1836-1892) of an account by James Barron of his duel with Decatur. The volume also has genealogical material concerning the Barron family.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePapers of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) concern his service off South America and as an officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European theater. Correspondents include Zebulon Baird Vance, Stephen R. Mallory and Raphael Semmes (giving an account of the engagement between the USS Kearsage and the CSS Alabama). There is a memoir by James Barron Hope in vindication of the censure of Samuel Barron for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C., and there are some papers relating to the service of Samuel Barron (1836-1892) as acting master and lieutenant in the Confederate States Navy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include James Barron; Miles King.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Thomas Truxton; S. Smith; Robert Smith; Lord N. Nissen; William Eaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Thomas Truxton; Robert Smith; Peter S. Ogilvie; George W. Spotswood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include William Hoepffner; Robert Smith; Daniel Brodie; Charles Jacobs; Edward O'Brien; A. Sinclair\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Robert Smith; Thomas Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Robert Smith; Tobias Lear; Edward Preble; Hugh G. Campbell; John Rodgers; George Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include George Cox; Henry le Gros; D. Murray; Josef Noguera; George Davis; J. H. Sturman; Edward Preble; William Rennock; James Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Simpson; James Barron; Captain Chauncey; James Madison; Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Barron; James Simpson; William Eaton; Lewis Hermann; John Rodgers; Gwinn Harris.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Francis B. Whiting; Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Captain T. Robinson; Captain Hugh Campbell; B. Nevill; Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include William Eaton; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Samuel Briggs; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Captain Stephen Decatur\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Tobias Lear; John Rodger; Captain Charles Stuart; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; James Simpson; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include James Simpson; Captain Charles Stewart; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; Tobias Lear; Captain Stephen Decatur; George Davis; Hamouda Bascia, Bey of Tunis; George Guillichini; Captain John H. Dent; E. Missett\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Captain Charles Stewart; John Gordon; Captain Isaac Hull; Briggs Brothers; William Eaton; Charles Jones; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Robert Cutchins\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; E. Cutbush; Ahmed, Bacia Caramalli; George Dyson; Robert Smith; George Davis; Robert W. Goldsborough; Briggs Brothers; Captain Hugh Campbell; N.C. Nissen\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; George Davis; James Barron; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; Hamet Caramalli; Robert Smith; Captain Stephen Decatur; Captain George Cox; Franklin Wharton; James Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Robert Smith; John Stricker; Captain Hugh Campbell; Richard Farquhar; His Highness the Bashaw of Tripoli; Don Girarde Joseph de Souza; Charles L. Ridgley; George Davis; Captain Robinson; James Barron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Robert Smith; N.C. Nissen; John Rodgers; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Richard Farquhar; William Eaton; Captain Stephen Decatur.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Briggs Brothers; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Gwinn Harris; William Eaton; Captain Isaac Hull; Robert Smith; Captain Robinson; the Bashaw Bey of Tunis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Charles Pinckney; R.W. Meade; Captain Stewart; Tobias Lear; George Davis; Charles L. Ridgely; John Rodgers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; William Eaton; George Davis; John Broadbent; Robert Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Charles W. Goldsborough; Captain Hall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Thomas Truxton; Joseph Clay; William Eaton; Charles W. Goldsborough; Robert Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Cassin; Robert Smith; William Eaton; Captain Hall; J.C. Douglas; Miles Cary; Paul Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hard cover notebook. pp. 1-147, \"Private Record\" kept by Comm. Samuel Barron III (1809-1888) in the years 1834-1837, while on the U.S. Schooner Enterprise, U.S. Frigate Natchez, Sloop of War Ontario, Man of War Delaware, and U.S. Brig. Perry, in U.S. waters, South American, and Mediterranean. Turned over, the book was used in reverse order. pp. R.1-R.12, quoted material; p. R.14, 1839, January 1, list of property and accounts; pp. R.15-R.34, account by James Barron II of his duel with S. Decatur, 1820; pp. R.35-R.51, genealogical material, written down from 1851-1932. Annotated by J.S. Barron, 1932.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Life Insurance Policy on the life of Captain Samuel Barron; death notices of Commodore Samuel Barron; death notice of Mrs. E.R. Baird, daughter of Comm. Samuel Barron\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Gideon Welles; S.R. Mallory; J.W. Barry. Also includes \"Letter Book\" of Flag Officer S. Barron, containing 68 letters from 1861 July 26 - 1865 March 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include John Low; Sir Philip Woodhous; Rawson Rawson; Walter Graham; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; Charles M. Fauntleroy; Douglas F. Forrest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include H. J. Hartstern; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; J.D. Bullock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; W.E. Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Lt. W.H. Murdaugh; Captain R. Semmes; S.R. Mallory; R.F. Armstrong\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; Captain R. Semmes; George S. Shryock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; L. de Vidiky; Captain C.M. Morris; A.J. de Siher Gomes; Richard Taylor; Jas. Dwyer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include James D. Bullock; C. Manigault Morris; C.H. Collin; George S. Shryock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; T.A. Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include James I. Waddell; J.R. Mallory; Dr. H.O. Gaudin; Thomas S. Page; unidentified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Donor and genealogical material including a chart of the Barron Family prepared by Sydney A. Temple, Jr.; \"List of family papers to be lodged with the Library of William and Mary College, April, 1942\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"History of the Norfolk Navy Yard.\" Includes material on the Barron family; \"Brief Historical Sketch of the Peninsula\" from the \"Religious Herald\" with information on the Barron family; \"History of Hampton.\" Contains much information on the Barron family; The Southern Workman, XXXI, 7, pp. 369-412. Contains article \"The Vikings of Virginia,\" pp. 393-397, with much information on the Barron family\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents 50 newspaper clippings concerned with the Barrons, James Barron Hope, and Captain Decatur; Notice of the death of Mrs. Mary Barron Blake, daughter of Comm. James Barron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Material on the Barron family, part of which was taken from the bound volume in Series 2; \"Barron Coat of Arms according to Burke's Armory and Heraldry\"; Typed material collected for a study of the history of the Barron family; Typed material relating to the Norfolk Navy Yard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Copies of letters by Stephen Decatur, Jr. to Mrs. Barron and Alfred Miles regarding the duel between James Barron and Stephen Decatur; \"One of Virginia's Famous Duels described by Commodore Barron,\" article in the \"Norfolk Landmark\"; Typed material including letters relating to the Barron-Decatur duel\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include A.C. Omohundro; J.S. Barron; Constance D. Lathrop; Comm. Alfred Miles; Ernest Spofford; Mrs. James S. Barron; Alma R. Lawrence; F.E. Turin; J.H. Chauvenet. Also includes photograph of Commodore James Barron from an engraving from a painting by Neagle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of letters by and related to Comm. James Barron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of \"signals to be observed by vessels under convoy of U.S. ship Baltimore under [Samuel Barron's] command.\" Originals in National Archives; Photographs and notes relating to scimitar given to Commodore Samuel Barron by the Emperor of Morocco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"Opinion of General Walter Jones and William L. Brent, Esquire,\" regarding \"Commodore Barron's claim before the Navy Department\"; 148 p. MsV; \"Sons of the Revolution Magazing,\" X: 1, article titled \"Commodore Barron of the Navy of Virginia,\" pp. 14-17; copies of letters by and related to Comm. Samuel Barron. 148 p. MsV contains: \"a memoir drawn by James Barron Hope...in vindication of Flag-Officer Samuel Barron, C.S.N., who was unjustly censured for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C.,\" pp.1-17; \"account of the memorable duel between Commodore Barron and Decatur...literally copied from an account written by Comm. Barron himself,\" pp. 18-42; various brief essays, pp. 48-60; copies of letters of Aaron Burr, pp. 61-81.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Mann S. Valentine; Sen. James Barron; Clair E. Crawford; J.S. Barron; John Weymouth; Mrs. James S. Barron. Also includes 5 mailing covers; Naval Examination, 8 pp.; Facsimile of the March 12, 1770 issue of the \"Boston Gazette,\" announcing the Boston Massacre; various photocopied materials, 37 pp.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Papers and correspondence of three generations of Samuel Barrons, all of whom were involved in naval affairs. Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. Includes letters written by Preble and Rodgers on board the USS Constitution and letters concerning the capture of William Bainbridge and the seamen of the USS Philadelphia.","Collections includes manuscript volume, 1834-1847, of sea service of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) aboard ships in Carribbean and Mediterranean seas and includes a copy made by Samuel Barron (1836-1892) of an account by James Barron of his duel with Decatur. The volume also has genealogical material concerning the Barron family.","Papers of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) concern his service off South America and as an officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European theater. Correspondents include Zebulon Baird Vance, Stephen R. Mallory and Raphael Semmes (giving an account of the engagement between the USS Kearsage and the CSS Alabama). There is a memoir by James Barron Hope in vindication of the censure of Samuel Barron for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C., and there are some papers relating to the service of Samuel Barron (1836-1892) as acting master and lieutenant in the Confederate States Navy.","Correspondents include James Barron; Miles King.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; S. Smith; Robert Smith; Lord N. Nissen; William Eaton.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Robert Smith; Peter S. Ogilvie; George W. Spotswood.","Correspondents include William Hoepffner; Robert Smith; Daniel Brodie; Charles Jacobs; Edward O'Brien; A. Sinclair","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Thomas Jefferson.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Tobias Lear; Edward Preble; Hugh G. Campbell; John Rodgers; George Cox.","Correspondents include George Cox; Henry le Gros; D. Murray; Josef Noguera; George Davis; J. H. Sturman; Edward Preble; William Rennock; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Simpson; James Barron; Captain Chauncey; James Madison; Tobias Lear.","Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Barron; James Simpson; William Eaton; Lewis Hermann; John Rodgers; Gwinn Harris.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Francis B. Whiting; Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Captain T. Robinson; Captain Hugh Campbell; B. Nevill; Tobias Lear.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include William Eaton; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Samuel Briggs; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Captain Stephen Decatur","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Tobias Lear; John Rodger; Captain Charles Stuart; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; James Simpson; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar","Scope and Contents Correspondents include James Simpson; Captain Charles Stewart; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; Tobias Lear; Captain Stephen Decatur; George Davis; Hamouda Bascia, Bey of Tunis; George Guillichini; Captain John H. Dent; E. Missett","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Captain Charles Stewart; John Gordon; Captain Isaac Hull; Briggs Brothers; William Eaton; Charles Jones; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Robert Cutchins","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; E. Cutbush; Ahmed, Bacia Caramalli; George Dyson; Robert Smith; George Davis; Robert W. Goldsborough; Briggs Brothers; Captain Hugh Campbell; N.C. Nissen","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; George Davis; James Barron; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; Hamet Caramalli; Robert Smith; Captain Stephen Decatur; Captain George Cox; Franklin Wharton; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Robert Smith; John Stricker; Captain Hugh Campbell; Richard Farquhar; His Highness the Bashaw of Tripoli; Don Girarde Joseph de Souza; Charles L. Ridgley; George Davis; Captain Robinson; James Barron.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Robert Smith; N.C. Nissen; John Rodgers; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Richard Farquhar; William Eaton; Captain Stephen Decatur.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Briggs Brothers; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Gwinn Harris; William Eaton; Captain Isaac Hull; Robert Smith; Captain Robinson; the Bashaw Bey of Tunis.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles Pinckney; R.W. Meade; Captain Stewart; Tobias Lear; George Davis; Charles L. Ridgely; John Rodgers.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; William Eaton; George Davis; John Broadbent; Robert Smith.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Charles W. Goldsborough; Captain Hall.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Joseph Clay; William Eaton; Charles W. Goldsborough; Robert Smith.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Cassin; Robert Smith; William Eaton; Captain Hall; J.C. Douglas; Miles Cary; Paul Hamilton.","Scope and Contents Hard cover notebook. pp. 1-147, \"Private Record\" kept by Comm. Samuel Barron III (1809-1888) in the years 1834-1837, while on the U.S. Schooner Enterprise, U.S. Frigate Natchez, Sloop of War Ontario, Man of War Delaware, and U.S. Brig. Perry, in U.S. waters, South American, and Mediterranean. Turned over, the book was used in reverse order. pp. R.1-R.12, quoted material; p. R.14, 1839, January 1, list of property and accounts; pp. R.15-R.34, account by James Barron II of his duel with S. Decatur, 1820; pp. R.35-R.51, genealogical material, written down from 1851-1932. Annotated by J.S. Barron, 1932.","Scope and Contents Life Insurance Policy on the life of Captain Samuel Barron; death notices of Commodore Samuel Barron; death notice of Mrs. E.R. Baird, daughter of Comm. Samuel Barron","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Gideon Welles; S.R. Mallory; J.W. Barry. Also includes \"Letter Book\" of Flag Officer S. Barron, containing 68 letters from 1861 July 26 - 1865 March 4.","Correspondents include John Low; Sir Philip Woodhous; Rawson Rawson; Walter Graham; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; Charles M. Fauntleroy; Douglas F. Forrest.","Correspondents include H. J. Hartstern; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; J.D. Bullock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; W.E. Evans.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Lt. W.H. Murdaugh; Captain R. Semmes; S.R. Mallory; R.F. Armstrong","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; Captain R. Semmes; George S. Shryock.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; L. de Vidiky; Captain C.M. Morris; A.J. de Siher Gomes; Richard Taylor; Jas. Dwyer.","Correspondents include James D. Bullock; C. Manigault Morris; C.H. Collin; George S. Shryock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; T.A. Miller.","Correspondents include James I. Waddell; J.R. Mallory; Dr. H.O. Gaudin; Thomas S. Page; unidentified.","Scope and Contents Donor and genealogical material including a chart of the Barron Family prepared by Sydney A. Temple, Jr.; \"List of family papers to be lodged with the Library of William and Mary College, April, 1942\"","Scope and Contents \"History of the Norfolk Navy Yard.\" Includes material on the Barron family; \"Brief Historical Sketch of the Peninsula\" from the \"Religious Herald\" with information on the Barron family; \"History of Hampton.\" Contains much information on the Barron family; The Southern Workman, XXXI, 7, pp. 369-412. Contains article \"The Vikings of Virginia,\" pp. 393-397, with much information on the Barron family","Scope and Contents 50 newspaper clippings concerned with the Barrons, James Barron Hope, and Captain Decatur; Notice of the death of Mrs. Mary Barron Blake, daughter of Comm. James Barron.","Scope and Contents Material on the Barron family, part of which was taken from the bound volume in Series 2; \"Barron Coat of Arms according to Burke's Armory and Heraldry\"; Typed material collected for a study of the history of the Barron family; Typed material relating to the Norfolk Navy Yard.","Scope and Contents Copies of letters by Stephen Decatur, Jr. to Mrs. Barron and Alfred Miles regarding the duel between James Barron and Stephen Decatur; \"One of Virginia's Famous Duels described by Commodore Barron,\" article in the \"Norfolk Landmark\"; Typed material including letters relating to the Barron-Decatur duel","Correspondents include A.C. Omohundro; J.S. Barron; Constance D. Lathrop; Comm. Alfred Miles; Ernest Spofford; Mrs. James S. Barron; Alma R. Lawrence; F.E. Turin; J.H. Chauvenet. Also includes photograph of Commodore James Barron from an engraving from a painting by Neagle.","Copies of letters by and related to Comm. James Barron.","Photographs of \"signals to be observed by vessels under convoy of U.S. ship Baltimore under [Samuel Barron's] command.\" Originals in National Archives; Photographs and notes relating to scimitar given to Commodore Samuel Barron by the Emperor of Morocco.","Scope and Contents \"Opinion of General Walter Jones and William L. Brent, Esquire,\" regarding \"Commodore Barron's claim before the Navy Department\"; 148 p. MsV; \"Sons of the Revolution Magazing,\" X: 1, article titled \"Commodore Barron of the Navy of Virginia,\" pp. 14-17; copies of letters by and related to Comm. Samuel Barron. 148 p. MsV contains: \"a memoir drawn by James Barron Hope...in vindication of Flag-Officer Samuel Barron, C.S.N., who was unjustly censured for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C.,\" pp.1-17; \"account of the memorable duel between Commodore Barron and Decatur...literally copied from an account written by Comm. Barron himself,\" pp. 18-42; various brief essays, pp. 48-60; copies of letters of Aaron Burr, pp. 61-81.","Correspondents include Mann S. Valentine; Sen. James Barron; Clair E. Crawford; J.S. Barron; John Weymouth; Mrs. James S. Barron. 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Navy","Constitution (Frigate)","United States. Navy--History--19th century","United States. Navy--History--Tripolitan War, 1801-1805","Correspondence","Financial records","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","The collection is arranged into 4 Series. Series 1-3 contain materials related to three generations of naval officera in the Barron family. Respectively, they are Samuel Barron (1765-1810), Samuel Barron (1809-1888), and Samuel Barron (1836-1891). Series 4 contains reference materials relating to the Barron family.","There were three generations of naval officers named Samuel Barron. Samuel Barron (1765-1810) served in Virginia State Navy, then became a captain in U. S. Navy when it was formed. He was commander-in-chief of a Mediterranean Squadron in the War with Tripoli. Samuel Barron (1808-1888) served as captain in U. S. Navy and as a flag officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European Theater. Samuel Barron (1836-1892) was a lieutenant in the merchant marine before the Civil War and served as a clerk to his father during the Civil War. ","Samuel Barron (1765-1810) was an officer in the United States Navy who served during the American Revolution, Quasi-War with France, and the First Barbary War. Barron studied at the College of William \u0026 Mary before serving in the Virginia State Navy during the American Revolution. Following the Revolution, he was a merchant captain before joining the United States Navy. He served in the Navy during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, attaining the rank of Commodore before returning to the United States due to poor health in 1805. After his return, he commanded the Gosport Shipyard in Virginia, but he never fully recovered his health and died in 1810. Barron's younger brother, James Barron, also attained the rank of Commodore. He was involved in the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair in 1807, which resulted in his court marshal for neglect of duty. He was also a participant in the duel which resulted in the death of Commodore Stephen Decatur in 1820.","Samuel Barron's son, Samuel Barron (1809-1888), was ordered to duty at the Gosport Shipyard at the age of six, making him the youngest person ever commissioned to active duty in the U.S. Navy. Barron sailed for the first time at age ten. He sailed in the Mediterranean, West Indies, West coast of Africa, and both coasts of South America. He also served during the Mexican-American War. Barron was made a lieutenant at age 18, and was promoted to captain in 1855. In 1861, Barron resigned his commission to join the Confederacy during the Civil War. He was tasked with building a navy, and helped procured ships and arms. In August 1861, he was captured by Union forces during an attack on Fort Hatteras. Barron was a prisoner until 1862, when he was exchanged. In 1863, Barron was made a commodore and sent to Europe as the senior Confederate Naval officer there. Following the war, he returned to Virginia and took up farming until his death in 1888.","His son, Samuel Barron (1836-1891), was also a Naval officer. He served as a liuetenant during the Civil War, and achieved the rank of captain by the end of his career.","Samuel Barron Papers (II), Samuel Barron Papers (III), James Barron Papers (Mss. 65 B27), and James Barron Hope Papers (Mss. 65 H77), Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries.","Papers and correspondence of three generations of Samuel Barrons, all of whom were involved in naval affairs. Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. Includes letters written by Preble and Rodgers on board the USS Constitution and letters concerning the capture of William Bainbridge and the seamen of the USS Philadelphia.","Collections includes manuscript volume, 1834-1847, of sea service of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) aboard ships in Carribbean and Mediterranean seas and includes a copy made by Samuel Barron (1836-1892) of an account by James Barron of his duel with Decatur. The volume also has genealogical material concerning the Barron family.","Papers of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) concern his service off South America and as an officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European theater. Correspondents include Zebulon Baird Vance, Stephen R. Mallory and Raphael Semmes (giving an account of the engagement between the USS Kearsage and the CSS Alabama). There is a memoir by James Barron Hope in vindication of the censure of Samuel Barron for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C., and there are some papers relating to the service of Samuel Barron (1836-1892) as acting master and lieutenant in the Confederate States Navy.","Correspondents include James Barron; Miles King.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; S. Smith; Robert Smith; Lord N. Nissen; William Eaton.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Robert Smith; Peter S. Ogilvie; George W. Spotswood.","Correspondents include William Hoepffner; Robert Smith; Daniel Brodie; Charles Jacobs; Edward O'Brien; A. Sinclair","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Thomas Jefferson.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Tobias Lear; Edward Preble; Hugh G. Campbell; John Rodgers; George Cox.","Correspondents include George Cox; Henry le Gros; D. Murray; Josef Noguera; George Davis; J. H. Sturman; Edward Preble; William Rennock; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Simpson; James Barron; Captain Chauncey; James Madison; Tobias Lear.","Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Barron; James Simpson; William Eaton; Lewis Hermann; John Rodgers; Gwinn Harris.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Francis B. Whiting; Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Captain T. Robinson; Captain Hugh Campbell; B. Nevill; Tobias Lear.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include William Eaton; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Samuel Briggs; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Captain Stephen Decatur","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Tobias Lear; John Rodger; Captain Charles Stuart; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; James Simpson; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar","Scope and Contents Correspondents include James Simpson; Captain Charles Stewart; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; Tobias Lear; Captain Stephen Decatur; George Davis; Hamouda Bascia, Bey of Tunis; George Guillichini; Captain John H. Dent; E. Missett","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Captain Charles Stewart; John Gordon; Captain Isaac Hull; Briggs Brothers; William Eaton; Charles Jones; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Robert Cutchins","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; E. Cutbush; Ahmed, Bacia Caramalli; George Dyson; Robert Smith; George Davis; Robert W. Goldsborough; Briggs Brothers; Captain Hugh Campbell; N.C. Nissen","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; George Davis; James Barron; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; Hamet Caramalli; Robert Smith; Captain Stephen Decatur; Captain George Cox; Franklin Wharton; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Robert Smith; John Stricker; Captain Hugh Campbell; Richard Farquhar; His Highness the Bashaw of Tripoli; Don Girarde Joseph de Souza; Charles L. Ridgley; George Davis; Captain Robinson; James Barron.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Robert Smith; N.C. Nissen; John Rodgers; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Richard Farquhar; William Eaton; Captain Stephen Decatur.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Briggs Brothers; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Gwinn Harris; William Eaton; Captain Isaac Hull; Robert Smith; Captain Robinson; the Bashaw Bey of Tunis.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles Pinckney; R.W. Meade; Captain Stewart; Tobias Lear; George Davis; Charles L. Ridgely; John Rodgers.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; William Eaton; George Davis; John Broadbent; Robert Smith.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Charles W. Goldsborough; Captain Hall.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Joseph Clay; William Eaton; Charles W. Goldsborough; Robert Smith.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Cassin; Robert Smith; William Eaton; Captain Hall; J.C. Douglas; Miles Cary; Paul Hamilton.","Scope and Contents Hard cover notebook. pp. 1-147, \"Private Record\" kept by Comm. Samuel Barron III (1809-1888) in the years 1834-1837, while on the U.S. Schooner Enterprise, U.S. Frigate Natchez, Sloop of War Ontario, Man of War Delaware, and U.S. Brig. Perry, in U.S. waters, South American, and Mediterranean. Turned over, the book was used in reverse order. pp. R.1-R.12, quoted material; p. R.14, 1839, January 1, list of property and accounts; pp. R.15-R.34, account by James Barron II of his duel with S. Decatur, 1820; pp. R.35-R.51, genealogical material, written down from 1851-1932. Annotated by J.S. Barron, 1932.","Scope and Contents Life Insurance Policy on the life of Captain Samuel Barron; death notices of Commodore Samuel Barron; death notice of Mrs. E.R. Baird, daughter of Comm. Samuel Barron","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Gideon Welles; S.R. Mallory; J.W. Barry. Also includes \"Letter Book\" of Flag Officer S. Barron, containing 68 letters from 1861 July 26 - 1865 March 4.","Correspondents include John Low; Sir Philip Woodhous; Rawson Rawson; Walter Graham; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; Charles M. Fauntleroy; Douglas F. Forrest.","Correspondents include H. J. Hartstern; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; J.D. Bullock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; W.E. Evans.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Lt. W.H. Murdaugh; Captain R. Semmes; S.R. Mallory; R.F. Armstrong","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; Captain R. Semmes; George S. Shryock.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; L. de Vidiky; Captain C.M. Morris; A.J. de Siher Gomes; Richard Taylor; Jas. Dwyer.","Correspondents include James D. Bullock; C. Manigault Morris; C.H. Collin; George S. Shryock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; T.A. Miller.","Correspondents include James I. Waddell; J.R. Mallory; Dr. H.O. Gaudin; Thomas S. Page; unidentified.","Scope and Contents Donor and genealogical material including a chart of the Barron Family prepared by Sydney A. Temple, Jr.; \"List of family papers to be lodged with the Library of William and Mary College, April, 1942\"","Scope and Contents \"History of the Norfolk Navy Yard.\" Includes material on the Barron family; \"Brief Historical Sketch of the Peninsula\" from the \"Religious Herald\" with information on the Barron family; \"History of Hampton.\" Contains much information on the Barron family; The Southern Workman, XXXI, 7, pp. 369-412. Contains article \"The Vikings of Virginia,\" pp. 393-397, with much information on the Barron family","Scope and Contents 50 newspaper clippings concerned with the Barrons, James Barron Hope, and Captain Decatur; Notice of the death of Mrs. Mary Barron Blake, daughter of Comm. James Barron.","Scope and Contents Material on the Barron family, part of which was taken from the bound volume in Series 2; \"Barron Coat of Arms according to Burke's Armory and Heraldry\"; Typed material collected for a study of the history of the Barron family; Typed material relating to the Norfolk Navy Yard.","Scope and Contents Copies of letters by Stephen Decatur, Jr. to Mrs. Barron and Alfred Miles regarding the duel between James Barron and Stephen Decatur; \"One of Virginia's Famous Duels described by Commodore Barron,\" article in the \"Norfolk Landmark\"; Typed material including letters relating to the Barron-Decatur duel","Correspondents include A.C. Omohundro; J.S. Barron; Constance D. Lathrop; Comm. Alfred Miles; Ernest Spofford; Mrs. James S. Barron; Alma R. Lawrence; F.E. Turin; J.H. Chauvenet. Also includes photograph of Commodore James Barron from an engraving from a painting by Neagle.","Copies of letters by and related to Comm. James Barron.","Photographs of \"signals to be observed by vessels under convoy of U.S. ship Baltimore under [Samuel Barron's] command.\" Originals in National Archives; Photographs and notes relating to scimitar given to Commodore Samuel Barron by the Emperor of Morocco.","Scope and Contents \"Opinion of General Walter Jones and William L. Brent, Esquire,\" regarding \"Commodore Barron's claim before the Navy Department\"; 148 p. MsV; \"Sons of the Revolution Magazing,\" X: 1, article titled \"Commodore Barron of the Navy of Virginia,\" pp. 14-17; copies of letters by and related to Comm. Samuel Barron. 148 p. MsV contains: \"a memoir drawn by James Barron Hope...in vindication of Flag-Officer Samuel Barron, C.S.N., who was unjustly censured for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C.,\" pp.1-17; \"account of the memorable duel between Commodore Barron and Decatur...literally copied from an account written by Comm. 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Navy and as a flag officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European Theater. Samuel Barron (1836-1892) was a lieutenant in the merchant marine before the Civil War and served as a clerk to his father during the Civil War. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Barron (1765-1810) was an officer in the United States Navy who served during the American Revolution, Quasi-War with France, and the First Barbary War. Barron studied at the College of William \u0026amp; Mary before serving in the Virginia State Navy during the American Revolution. Following the Revolution, he was a merchant captain before joining the United States Navy. He served in the Navy during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, attaining the rank of Commodore before returning to the United States due to poor health in 1805. After his return, he commanded the Gosport Shipyard in Virginia, but he never fully recovered his health and died in 1810. Barron's younger brother, James Barron, also attained the rank of Commodore. He was involved in the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair in 1807, which resulted in his court marshal for neglect of duty. He was also a participant in the duel which resulted in the death of Commodore Stephen Decatur in 1820.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Barron's son, Samuel Barron (1809-1888), was ordered to duty at the Gosport Shipyard at the age of six, making him the youngest person ever commissioned to active duty in the U.S. Navy. Barron sailed for the first time at age ten. He sailed in the Mediterranean, West Indies, West coast of Africa, and both coasts of South America. He also served during the Mexican-American War. Barron was made a lieutenant at age 18, and was promoted to captain in 1855. In 1861, Barron resigned his commission to join the Confederacy during the Civil War. He was tasked with building a navy, and helped procured ships and arms. In August 1861, he was captured by Union forces during an attack on Fort Hatteras. Barron was a prisoner until 1862, when he was exchanged. In 1863, Barron was made a commodore and sent to Europe as the senior Confederate Naval officer there. Following the war, he returned to Virginia and took up farming until his death in 1888.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHis son, Samuel Barron (1836-1891), was also a Naval officer. He served as a liuetenant during the Civil War, and achieved the rank of captain by the end of his career.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["There were three generations of naval officers named Samuel Barron. Samuel Barron (1765-1810) served in Virginia State Navy, then became a captain in U. S. Navy when it was formed. He was commander-in-chief of a Mediterranean Squadron in the War with Tripoli. Samuel Barron (1808-1888) served as captain in U. S. Navy and as a flag officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European Theater. Samuel Barron (1836-1892) was a lieutenant in the merchant marine before the Civil War and served as a clerk to his father during the Civil War. ","Samuel Barron (1765-1810) was an officer in the United States Navy who served during the American Revolution, Quasi-War with France, and the First Barbary War. Barron studied at the College of William \u0026 Mary before serving in the Virginia State Navy during the American Revolution. Following the Revolution, he was a merchant captain before joining the United States Navy. He served in the Navy during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, attaining the rank of Commodore before returning to the United States due to poor health in 1805. After his return, he commanded the Gosport Shipyard in Virginia, but he never fully recovered his health and died in 1810. Barron's younger brother, James Barron, also attained the rank of Commodore. He was involved in the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair in 1807, which resulted in his court marshal for neglect of duty. He was also a participant in the duel which resulted in the death of Commodore Stephen Decatur in 1820.","Samuel Barron's son, Samuel Barron (1809-1888), was ordered to duty at the Gosport Shipyard at the age of six, making him the youngest person ever commissioned to active duty in the U.S. Navy. Barron sailed for the first time at age ten. He sailed in the Mediterranean, West Indies, West coast of Africa, and both coasts of South America. He also served during the Mexican-American War. Barron was made a lieutenant at age 18, and was promoted to captain in 1855. In 1861, Barron resigned his commission to join the Confederacy during the Civil War. He was tasked with building a navy, and helped procured ships and arms. In August 1861, he was captured by Union forces during an attack on Fort Hatteras. Barron was a prisoner until 1862, when he was exchanged. In 1863, Barron was made a commodore and sent to Europe as the senior Confederate Naval officer there. Following the war, he returned to Virginia and took up farming until his death in 1888.","His son, Samuel Barron (1836-1891), was also a Naval officer. He served as a liuetenant during the Civil War, and achieved the rank of captain by the end of his career."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBarron Family Papers. Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026amp; Mary Libraries.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Barron Family Papers. Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eSamuel Barron Papers (II), Samuel Barron Papers (III), James Barron Papers (Mss. 65 B27), and James Barron Hope Papers (Mss. 65 H77), Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026amp; Mary Libraries.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["Samuel Barron Papers (II), Samuel Barron Papers (III), James Barron Papers (Mss. 65 B27), and James Barron Hope Papers (Mss. 65 H77), Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePapers and correspondence of three generations of Samuel Barrons, all of whom were involved in naval affairs. Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. Includes letters written by Preble and Rodgers on board the USS Constitution and letters concerning the capture of William Bainbridge and the seamen of the USS Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eCollections includes manuscript volume, 1834-1847, of sea service of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) aboard ships in Carribbean and Mediterranean seas and includes a copy made by Samuel Barron (1836-1892) of an account by James Barron of his duel with Decatur. The volume also has genealogical material concerning the Barron family.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePapers of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) concern his service off South America and as an officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European theater. Correspondents include Zebulon Baird Vance, Stephen R. Mallory and Raphael Semmes (giving an account of the engagement between the USS Kearsage and the CSS Alabama). There is a memoir by James Barron Hope in vindication of the censure of Samuel Barron for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C., and there are some papers relating to the service of Samuel Barron (1836-1892) as acting master and lieutenant in the Confederate States Navy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include James Barron; Miles King.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Thomas Truxton; S. Smith; Robert Smith; Lord N. Nissen; William Eaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Thomas Truxton; Robert Smith; Peter S. Ogilvie; George W. Spotswood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include William Hoepffner; Robert Smith; Daniel Brodie; Charles Jacobs; Edward O'Brien; A. Sinclair\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Robert Smith; Thomas Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Robert Smith; Tobias Lear; Edward Preble; Hugh G. Campbell; John Rodgers; George Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include George Cox; Henry le Gros; D. Murray; Josef Noguera; George Davis; J. H. Sturman; Edward Preble; William Rennock; James Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Simpson; James Barron; Captain Chauncey; James Madison; Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Barron; James Simpson; William Eaton; Lewis Hermann; John Rodgers; Gwinn Harris.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Francis B. Whiting; Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Captain T. Robinson; Captain Hugh Campbell; B. Nevill; Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include William Eaton; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Samuel Briggs; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Captain Stephen Decatur\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Tobias Lear; John Rodger; Captain Charles Stuart; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; James Simpson; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include James Simpson; Captain Charles Stewart; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; Tobias Lear; Captain Stephen Decatur; George Davis; Hamouda Bascia, Bey of Tunis; George Guillichini; Captain John H. Dent; E. Missett\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Captain Charles Stewart; John Gordon; Captain Isaac Hull; Briggs Brothers; William Eaton; Charles Jones; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Robert Cutchins\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; E. Cutbush; Ahmed, Bacia Caramalli; George Dyson; Robert Smith; George Davis; Robert W. Goldsborough; Briggs Brothers; Captain Hugh Campbell; N.C. Nissen\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; George Davis; James Barron; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; Hamet Caramalli; Robert Smith; Captain Stephen Decatur; Captain George Cox; Franklin Wharton; James Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Robert Smith; John Stricker; Captain Hugh Campbell; Richard Farquhar; His Highness the Bashaw of Tripoli; Don Girarde Joseph de Souza; Charles L. Ridgley; George Davis; Captain Robinson; James Barron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Robert Smith; N.C. Nissen; John Rodgers; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Richard Farquhar; William Eaton; Captain Stephen Decatur.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Briggs Brothers; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Gwinn Harris; William Eaton; Captain Isaac Hull; Robert Smith; Captain Robinson; the Bashaw Bey of Tunis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Charles Pinckney; R.W. Meade; Captain Stewart; Tobias Lear; George Davis; Charles L. Ridgely; John Rodgers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; William Eaton; George Davis; John Broadbent; Robert Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Charles W. Goldsborough; Captain Hall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Thomas Truxton; Joseph Clay; William Eaton; Charles W. Goldsborough; Robert Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include John Cassin; Robert Smith; William Eaton; Captain Hall; J.C. Douglas; Miles Cary; Paul Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hard cover notebook. pp. 1-147, \"Private Record\" kept by Comm. Samuel Barron III (1809-1888) in the years 1834-1837, while on the U.S. Schooner Enterprise, U.S. Frigate Natchez, Sloop of War Ontario, Man of War Delaware, and U.S. Brig. Perry, in U.S. waters, South American, and Mediterranean. Turned over, the book was used in reverse order. pp. R.1-R.12, quoted material; p. R.14, 1839, January 1, list of property and accounts; pp. R.15-R.34, account by James Barron II of his duel with S. Decatur, 1820; pp. R.35-R.51, genealogical material, written down from 1851-1932. Annotated by J.S. Barron, 1932.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Life Insurance Policy on the life of Captain Samuel Barron; death notices of Commodore Samuel Barron; death notice of Mrs. E.R. Baird, daughter of Comm. Samuel Barron\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Gideon Welles; S.R. Mallory; J.W. Barry. Also includes \"Letter Book\" of Flag Officer S. Barron, containing 68 letters from 1861 July 26 - 1865 March 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include John Low; Sir Philip Woodhous; Rawson Rawson; Walter Graham; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; Charles M. Fauntleroy; Douglas F. Forrest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include H. J. Hartstern; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; J.D. Bullock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; W.E. Evans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Lt. W.H. Murdaugh; Captain R. Semmes; S.R. Mallory; R.F. Armstrong\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; Captain R. Semmes; George S. Shryock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; L. de Vidiky; Captain C.M. Morris; A.J. de Siher Gomes; Richard Taylor; Jas. Dwyer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include James D. Bullock; C. Manigault Morris; C.H. Collin; George S. Shryock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; T.A. Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include James I. Waddell; J.R. Mallory; Dr. H.O. Gaudin; Thomas S. Page; unidentified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Donor and genealogical material including a chart of the Barron Family prepared by Sydney A. Temple, Jr.; \"List of family papers to be lodged with the Library of William and Mary College, April, 1942\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"History of the Norfolk Navy Yard.\" Includes material on the Barron family; \"Brief Historical Sketch of the Peninsula\" from the \"Religious Herald\" with information on the Barron family; \"History of Hampton.\" Contains much information on the Barron family; The Southern Workman, XXXI, 7, pp. 369-412. Contains article \"The Vikings of Virginia,\" pp. 393-397, with much information on the Barron family\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents 50 newspaper clippings concerned with the Barrons, James Barron Hope, and Captain Decatur; Notice of the death of Mrs. Mary Barron Blake, daughter of Comm. James Barron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Material on the Barron family, part of which was taken from the bound volume in Series 2; \"Barron Coat of Arms according to Burke's Armory and Heraldry\"; Typed material collected for a study of the history of the Barron family; Typed material relating to the Norfolk Navy Yard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Copies of letters by Stephen Decatur, Jr. to Mrs. Barron and Alfred Miles regarding the duel between James Barron and Stephen Decatur; \"One of Virginia's Famous Duels described by Commodore Barron,\" article in the \"Norfolk Landmark\"; Typed material including letters relating to the Barron-Decatur duel\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include A.C. Omohundro; J.S. Barron; Constance D. Lathrop; Comm. Alfred Miles; Ernest Spofford; Mrs. James S. Barron; Alma R. Lawrence; F.E. Turin; J.H. Chauvenet. Also includes photograph of Commodore James Barron from an engraving from a painting by Neagle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of letters by and related to Comm. James Barron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of \"signals to be observed by vessels under convoy of U.S. ship Baltimore under [Samuel Barron's] command.\" Originals in National Archives; Photographs and notes relating to scimitar given to Commodore Samuel Barron by the Emperor of Morocco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"Opinion of General Walter Jones and William L. Brent, Esquire,\" regarding \"Commodore Barron's claim before the Navy Department\"; 148 p. MsV; \"Sons of the Revolution Magazing,\" X: 1, article titled \"Commodore Barron of the Navy of Virginia,\" pp. 14-17; copies of letters by and related to Comm. Samuel Barron. 148 p. MsV contains: \"a memoir drawn by James Barron Hope...in vindication of Flag-Officer Samuel Barron, C.S.N., who was unjustly censured for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C.,\" pp.1-17; \"account of the memorable duel between Commodore Barron and Decatur...literally copied from an account written by Comm. Barron himself,\" pp. 18-42; various brief essays, pp. 48-60; copies of letters of Aaron Burr, pp. 61-81.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondents include Mann S. Valentine; Sen. James Barron; Clair E. Crawford; J.S. Barron; John Weymouth; Mrs. James S. Barron. Also includes 5 mailing covers; Naval Examination, 8 pp.; Facsimile of the March 12, 1770 issue of the \"Boston Gazette,\" announcing the Boston Massacre; various photocopied materials, 37 pp.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Papers and correspondence of three generations of Samuel Barrons, all of whom were involved in naval affairs. Papers, 1793-1809, of Samuel Barron (1765-1810), commander of one of the Mediterranean squadrons sent to defeat Tripoli. Papers concern naval business and the War with Tripoli. Includes correspondence with his brother James Barron, Stephen Decatur, William Eaton (concerning his controversy with Tobias Lear over the Tripolitan peace settlement), Tobias Lear, Edward Preble, John Rodgers, Robert Smith (Secretary of the Navy), and Thomas Truxton. Includes letters written by Preble and Rodgers on board the USS Constitution and letters concerning the capture of William Bainbridge and the seamen of the USS Philadelphia.","Collections includes manuscript volume, 1834-1847, of sea service of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) aboard ships in Carribbean and Mediterranean seas and includes a copy made by Samuel Barron (1836-1892) of an account by James Barron of his duel with Decatur. The volume also has genealogical material concerning the Barron family.","Papers of Samuel Barron (1808-1888) concern his service off South America and as an officer of Confederate States Navy in command of the European theater. Correspondents include Zebulon Baird Vance, Stephen R. Mallory and Raphael Semmes (giving an account of the engagement between the USS Kearsage and the CSS Alabama). There is a memoir by James Barron Hope in vindication of the censure of Samuel Barron for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C., and there are some papers relating to the service of Samuel Barron (1836-1892) as acting master and lieutenant in the Confederate States Navy.","Correspondents include James Barron; Miles King.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; S. Smith; Robert Smith; Lord N. Nissen; William Eaton.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Robert Smith; Peter S. Ogilvie; George W. Spotswood.","Correspondents include William Hoepffner; Robert Smith; Daniel Brodie; Charles Jacobs; Edward O'Brien; A. Sinclair","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Thomas Jefferson.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; Tobias Lear; Edward Preble; Hugh G. Campbell; John Rodgers; George Cox.","Correspondents include George Cox; Henry le Gros; D. Murray; Josef Noguera; George Davis; J. H. Sturman; Edward Preble; William Rennock; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Simpson; James Barron; Captain Chauncey; James Madison; Tobias Lear.","Correspondents include Beaussier; Edward Preble; James Barron; James Simpson; William Eaton; Lewis Hermann; John Rodgers; Gwinn Harris.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Francis B. Whiting; Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Captain T. Robinson; Captain Hugh Campbell; B. Nevill; Tobias Lear.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include William Eaton; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Samuel Briggs; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Captain Stephen Decatur","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Tobias Lear; John Rodger; Captain Charles Stuart; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; James Simpson; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar","Scope and Contents Correspondents include James Simpson; Captain Charles Stewart; William Eaton; Richard Farquhar; Samuel Briggs; Captain Isaac Hull; Tobias Lear; Captain Stephen Decatur; George Davis; Hamouda Bascia, Bey of Tunis; George Guillichini; Captain John H. Dent; E. Missett","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Captain Charles Stewart; John Gordon; Captain Isaac Hull; Briggs Brothers; William Eaton; Charles Jones; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Robert Cutchins","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; E. Cutbush; Ahmed, Bacia Caramalli; George Dyson; Robert Smith; George Davis; Robert W. Goldsborough; Briggs Brothers; Captain Hugh Campbell; N.C. Nissen","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; George Davis; James Barron; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; Hamet Caramalli; Robert Smith; Captain Stephen Decatur; Captain George Cox; Franklin Wharton; James Simpson.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Robert Smith; John Stricker; Captain Hugh Campbell; Richard Farquhar; His Highness the Bashaw of Tripoli; Don Girarde Joseph de Souza; Charles L. Ridgley; George Davis; Captain Robinson; James Barron.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Robert Smith; N.C. Nissen; John Rodgers; James Simpson; Captain Isaac Hull; Richard Farquhar; William Eaton; Captain Stephen Decatur.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Briggs Brothers; George Davis; Tobias Lear; Gwinn Harris; William Eaton; Captain Isaac Hull; Robert Smith; Captain Robinson; the Bashaw Bey of Tunis.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles Pinckney; R.W. Meade; Captain Stewart; Tobias Lear; George Davis; Charles L. Ridgely; John Rodgers.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Rodgers; Captain Hugh Campbell; Tobias Lear; William Eaton; George Davis; John Broadbent; Robert Smith.","Correspondents include Robert Smith; James Simpson; Richard Farquhar; Charles W. Goldsborough; Captain Hall.","Correspondents include Thomas Truxton; Joseph Clay; William Eaton; Charles W. Goldsborough; Robert Smith.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include John Cassin; Robert Smith; William Eaton; Captain Hall; J.C. Douglas; Miles Cary; Paul Hamilton.","Scope and Contents Hard cover notebook. pp. 1-147, \"Private Record\" kept by Comm. Samuel Barron III (1809-1888) in the years 1834-1837, while on the U.S. Schooner Enterprise, U.S. Frigate Natchez, Sloop of War Ontario, Man of War Delaware, and U.S. Brig. Perry, in U.S. waters, South American, and Mediterranean. Turned over, the book was used in reverse order. pp. R.1-R.12, quoted material; p. R.14, 1839, January 1, list of property and accounts; pp. R.15-R.34, account by James Barron II of his duel with S. Decatur, 1820; pp. R.35-R.51, genealogical material, written down from 1851-1932. Annotated by J.S. Barron, 1932.","Scope and Contents Life Insurance Policy on the life of Captain Samuel Barron; death notices of Commodore Samuel Barron; death notice of Mrs. E.R. Baird, daughter of Comm. Samuel Barron","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Gideon Welles; S.R. Mallory; J.W. Barry. Also includes \"Letter Book\" of Flag Officer S. Barron, containing 68 letters from 1861 July 26 - 1865 March 4.","Correspondents include John Low; Sir Philip Woodhous; Rawson Rawson; Walter Graham; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; Charles M. Fauntleroy; Douglas F. Forrest.","Correspondents include H. J. Hartstern; S.R. Mallory; John M. Brooke; J.D. Bullock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; W.E. Evans.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Lt. W.H. Murdaugh; Captain R. Semmes; S.R. Mallory; R.F. Armstrong","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; Captain R. Semmes; George S. Shryock.","Scope and Contents Correspondents include Charles M. Fauntleroy; L. de Vidiky; Captain C.M. Morris; A.J. de Siher Gomes; Richard Taylor; Jas. Dwyer.","Correspondents include James D. Bullock; C. Manigault Morris; C.H. Collin; George S. Shryock; Charles M. Fauntleroy; T.A. Miller.","Correspondents include James I. Waddell; J.R. Mallory; Dr. H.O. Gaudin; Thomas S. Page; unidentified.","Scope and Contents Donor and genealogical material including a chart of the Barron Family prepared by Sydney A. Temple, Jr.; \"List of family papers to be lodged with the Library of William and Mary College, April, 1942\"","Scope and Contents \"History of the Norfolk Navy Yard.\" Includes material on the Barron family; \"Brief Historical Sketch of the Peninsula\" from the \"Religious Herald\" with information on the Barron family; \"History of Hampton.\" Contains much information on the Barron family; The Southern Workman, XXXI, 7, pp. 369-412. Contains article \"The Vikings of Virginia,\" pp. 393-397, with much information on the Barron family","Scope and Contents 50 newspaper clippings concerned with the Barrons, James Barron Hope, and Captain Decatur; Notice of the death of Mrs. Mary Barron Blake, daughter of Comm. James Barron.","Scope and Contents Material on the Barron family, part of which was taken from the bound volume in Series 2; \"Barron Coat of Arms according to Burke's Armory and Heraldry\"; Typed material collected for a study of the history of the Barron family; Typed material relating to the Norfolk Navy Yard.","Scope and Contents Copies of letters by Stephen Decatur, Jr. to Mrs. Barron and Alfred Miles regarding the duel between James Barron and Stephen Decatur; \"One of Virginia's Famous Duels described by Commodore Barron,\" article in the \"Norfolk Landmark\"; Typed material including letters relating to the Barron-Decatur duel","Correspondents include A.C. Omohundro; J.S. Barron; Constance D. Lathrop; Comm. Alfred Miles; Ernest Spofford; Mrs. James S. Barron; Alma R. Lawrence; F.E. Turin; J.H. Chauvenet. Also includes photograph of Commodore James Barron from an engraving from a painting by Neagle.","Copies of letters by and related to Comm. James Barron.","Photographs of \"signals to be observed by vessels under convoy of U.S. ship Baltimore under [Samuel Barron's] command.\" Originals in National Archives; Photographs and notes relating to scimitar given to Commodore Samuel Barron by the Emperor of Morocco.","Scope and Contents \"Opinion of General Walter Jones and William L. Brent, Esquire,\" regarding \"Commodore Barron's claim before the Navy Department\"; 148 p. MsV; \"Sons of the Revolution Magazing,\" X: 1, article titled \"Commodore Barron of the Navy of Virginia,\" pp. 14-17; copies of letters by and related to Comm. Samuel Barron. 148 p. MsV contains: \"a memoir drawn by James Barron Hope...in vindication of Flag-Officer Samuel Barron, C.S.N., who was unjustly censured for the loss of Fort Hatteras, N.C.,\" pp.1-17; \"account of the memorable duel between Commodore Barron and Decatur...literally copied from an account written by Comm. 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